TechCongress Programs Internship 2027

Overview

The TechCongress Programs Internship 2027 offers an opportunity to work alongside staff and fellows to support the Congressional Innovation Fellowship and contribute to various program initiatives. Interns gain hands-on experience by assisting with the administration of the congressional fellowship, helping build and execute events and engagement strategies, attending congressional hearings and events, tracking fellow activities, supporting data infrastructure development, and researching new program opportunities.

Who can apply

Applicants must be enrolled in or have recently completed a secondary degree program, which includes undergraduate, graduate, or taking a gap year. Candidates are required to be based in the D.C. metropolitan area, covering Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, for the duration of the internship.

Requirements

Candidates need to be self-starters capable of taking on projects with minimal supervision and must possess strong written, verbal, and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail. Applicants must be available to work between 20 and 40 hours per week. Additional advantageous skills include experience scoping out new initiatives, conducting outreach, coding, data analysis, or events planning, alongside an interest in tech and policy.

What you get

This is a paid position offering a rate of $20 per hour. The hybrid role requires working at least two days a week in the Washington, D.C. office.

How to apply

Applicants must submit a resume, answer the application questions, and provide a brief writing sample of no more than two pages through the Screendoor application platform. Submissions sent via email are not accepted.

Key dates

The application deadline is November 12, 2026. The fellowship administration work includes supporting a 3-week orientation for new fellows in January.