Internships

The objective of our Internship Program is to help engage young adults in the legislative process.  Interns provide important support to a Congressional office, including giving Capitol tours to constituents, answering telephones, researching legislative issues, assisting with casework, media relations, and constituent outreach.  In return, an intern has the opportunity to learn about Congress and issues affecting our region and country.

Internship positions are available in our Washington D.C. and district offices in Spokane, Walla Walla and Colville for spring, summer and fall semesters.  Students are encouraged to seek school credit for their internship.  Please download the internship application from the link below if you are interested in applying for an internship position.  Don't hesitate to contact our office if you have any further questions.

• Internship Application (PDF 136KB)

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Housing in Washington D.C.

A wide variety of housing is available throughout Washington , D.C. , Virginia and Maryland. Depending on where you live, and with how many people, housing costs may vary.

American University
Summer Housing On-Campus/Off Campus Housing
Rockwood Building
4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington DC , 20016-8039
(202) 885-2669/(202) 885-3270
AU offers limited residence hall space from May 13 through August 12 with a four week minimum stay - $248/wk for double rooms, $300/wk single. Meals not included. Located at the intersection of Nebraska and Massachusetts Avenue . Transportation to downtown: City buses run every five minutes during rush hours and less frequently during non-rush hours. Free shuttle to subway (Tenleytown AU - Red Line) every fifteen minutes during Metro hours. You can also try The American University Off-Campus Housing Guide.

Catholic University of America
Summer Housing On-Campus
Housing and Residential Services, Saint Bonaventure Hall
Washington DC, 20064
(202) 319-5615
Located on the Red Line just two stops north of Union Station. Residence hall rooms are available from May 21 through August 6. Apartment-style accomodations, suites, traditional residence halls and detached units available with prices ranging from $25-$35/night - all are air-conditioned. 5% discount for stays over 30 days; 10% discount for stays over 74 days. Meals not included in above price. If you would like a meal plan, you can get one ranging from $46-$130/wk.

George Washington University
Summer Housing On-Campus/Off Campus Housing Resource Center
2121 I Street NW, Rice Hall, Suite 402
Washington DC, 20052
(202) 994-2552
GW offers summer housing for students attending GW summer school, doing an internship or working on the Hill. Housing is available from May 27 through August 11. Rates range from $245-$273/wk. GW is located near the Foggy Bottom Metro stop (Orange Line). The Housing Resource Center can also assist in finding housing within the DC, Maryland , or Virginia area.

Georgetown University
Summer Housing On-Campus/Off-Campus Housing Office
103 Harbin Hall
Washington DC , 20057
(202) 687-4560
Housing is available from May 27 through August 6 ( 5 week minimum). The campus is in Georgetown , one of Washington ’s most popular centers for shopping, restaurants, and nightlife. GU is not near a Metro stop, but city buses can get you to and from the nearest one (Foggy Bottom, Orange Line).

Georgetown Law Center
Summer Housing
Office of Housing and Residence Life
120 F Street NW
Washington , DC 20001
(202) 662-9290
Located near Capitol Hill and Union Station, Georgetown Law Center offers individual bedrooms while sharing full kitchens and bathrooms with one or two other residents. Rates - one month stay starting May 29th is $1901.85. Two Months ending Aug 7th is $3487.70. Each apartment has a kitchen, bathroom, A/C. Access to fitness center, laundry, and free shuttle service.

Trinity College
Summer Housing On-Campus/Conference Office
125 Michigan Avenue, NE
Washington DC, 20017
(202) 884-9136
Trinity College has double rooms (with A/C) which can be rented as a single or a double. Rate is @225/wk for a 5 wk minimum stay. The campus is a 5-10 minute walk to the Brooklyn/Catholic University Metro Stop (Red Line).

Howard University
Office of Residential Life
2401 4th Street, NW
Washington DC , 20059
(202) 806-6131
Howard University offers summer housing within their dorms from June 1st through July 31st to interns working in the DC area.

The Young Women’s Christian Home
Thompson-Markwood Hall
235 Second Street , NE
Washington DC, 20002
(202) 546-3255
Located on Capitol Hill within walking distance of congressional offices, government agencies, and the Library of Congress, this residence offers housing for young women ages 18-34. They offer single, air-conditioned rooms with telephones and limited weekly maid service, with two multi-unit bathrooms located on each floor. Laundry facilities, a TV lounge, living room, library, and garden are also available to residents. For the protection of its residents, the home prohibits alcohol and drugs on the premise, as well as male guests above the lobby level. Rental rate is $800 a month, which includes breakfast and dinner, Monday-Saturday and a Sunday brunch.

WISH Housing
http://www.internsdc.com/
(202) 548-2720
WISH is a unique semester housing program. Located throughout historic Capitol Hill neighborhoods with wide, tree-lined streets, WISH housing is a thoughtful choice for students who desire a location close to the nation's Capitol, Congressional offices, Library of Congress, the Supreme Court, and metro stations. Rates range from $975 to $1275 per month for a shared apartment or townhouse with other housemates to $1700 per month for a private studio apartment.

The International Student House
http://www.ishdc.org/
1825 R Street, NW
Telephone (202) 232-4007
Located near Dupont Circle, this type of housing is privately run for American and international students. It provides dormitory style housing which includes educational, cultural and recreational activities for its residents. Residents also experience living with people from a variety of political, religious and cultural backgrounds. Residents must be 21. Monthly cost includes a shared room, breakfast and dinner for a price ranging from $860-$1300. Preference given to those staying for 3 months or longer.