Internships
Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury offers internships in both her Washington D.C. and Albuquerque offices.
Interns will work with staff to serve the constituents of New Mexico's First Congressional District. Our goal is to provide each intern with a meaningful experience that will enhance their understanding of Congress. Intern responsibilities may include:
- Answering phones
- Sorting mail
- Researching legislation
- Attending briefings and hearings
- Assisting staff with public events
- Assisting with constituent casework
- Administrative work as assigned
- Additionally, interns will have the opportunity to specialize in either legislative or communications related assignments depending on their interests.
Internships in both D.C. and Albuquerque run throughout the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Interns are able to work on either a part-time or full-time basis.
To be considered for an internship, please complete the application below. Please make sure to indicate whether you are applying for a Washington D.C. or Albuquerque internship in the application.
Internship applications are accepted on a rolling basis but must be submitted by midnight on the following dates:
- Spring Internship applications must be submitted by November 30th.
- Summer Internship applications must be submitted by April 30th.
- Fall Internship applications must be submitted by July 30th.
This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, LGBTQ identification, family status, or military status. Women, people of color, and other members of traditionally underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.