Press Internships

The Office of Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) seeks a motivated, organized, and hardworking press intern in our Washington, DC office in Fall 2026. Our press intern will be fully integrated into our communications team and its operations. Their duties may include compiling daily news clips, maintaining and updating press lists, transcribing and processing audio, monitoring the news for relevant developments, drafting and editing written materials like press releases, advisories, and newsletters, creating engaging digital content including graphics, videos, and social media copy, and supporting the members of the communications team, including at events.

Successful candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a willingness to contribute to a team environment, and an eagerness to learn about communications, the political process, and congressional affairs. Delaware ties are strongly preferred. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Applications for Fall 2026 internships are due on Tuesday, July 7th at 11:59 PM. No phone calls, emails, or drop-ins please.

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