Internships

An internship with Senator Fetterman’s office will provide students with an opportunity to gain firsthand experience and knowledge of the United States Senate.  

We will begin accepting applications starting May 1st from college students who excel in communications, have an independent work ethic, strong writing skills and a passion for progressive policy work. A vested interest in community engagement and understanding the relationship between constituents and their government is highly desired.

Internships in Washington D.C.

D.C. internships will focus on policy work, scheduling and administrative support and press relations. Applicants must be able to meet urgent deadlines, work autonomously and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Washington, D.C. internship applications are open to college and graduate students as well as veterans enrolled in educational programs. 

Internships in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania internships will be available in the Philadelphia and Harrisburg offices.

These internships will include constituent service support, administrative work, community outreach, meeting and event participation, legislative research, and special projects. Ideal applicants should enjoy helping Pennsylvania residents, be able to work independently and desire to become further involved in communities in the Commonwealth. Internships in Pennsylvania are available to current college students.  

We are accepting applications for Fall 2023 starting on May 1 and closing on June 15, 2023.

We are offering internships in our Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Harrisburg, PA offices starting in Fall 2023.

We offer full-time internships (30-40 hours/week) in the Washington, D.C. office and part-time internships (15-20 hours/week) in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania residents will be given priority. Senator Fetterman is proud to pay his interns in both Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

Session dates and application deadlines: 

  • 2023 Fall session (September – December): Application deadline is June 15, 2023 
  • 2024 Spring session (January – May): Application deadline is October 15, 2023 

If you wish to be considered for an internship in Senator Fetterman’s office, your application must be complete and submitted by the deadline.  

If you have any questions, please email internships@fetterman.senate.gov.