Internship Program 

Interns in the Washington, D.C. office will have the opportunity to participate in either a communications internship or a legislative internship. 

Legislative internship duties include, but are not limited to: 

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  • Pitching a piece of legislation to the Senator for her cosponsorship
  • Drafting constituent correspondence 
  • Answering phones and voicemails 
  • Attending meetings, hearings, and briefings with or on behalf of the legislative team 
  • Assisting with general office duties, including assisting the administrative, legislative, and communications teams with tasks as assigned  

Communications internship duties include, but are not limited to: 

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    • Pitching an interview or podcast to the Senator and Communications Team
    • Drafting and sending a daily media clips report 
    • Drafting social media and general communications office support 
    • Media monitoring 
    • Assisting with the e-newsletter program 
    • Assisting with other duties as assigned by the Deputy Press Secretary  

Interns in the state offices will have the opportunity to shadow outreach, communications, and casework staff. Interns can apply to the following state office locations: 

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    • Detroit 
    • Lansing 
    • Flint 
    • Grand Rapids 

State intern duties include: 

• Pitching a piece of legislation to the Senator for her cosponsorship
• Answering constituent phone calls and providing front desk coverage 
• Supporting community outreach and events
• Assisting with communications research and drafting
• Supporting casework intake, data entry, and tracking 
• Preparing materials for meetings and events
• Providing general administrative support 

The ideal candidate possesses strong writing skills, works well under deadline, and thrives juggling multiple assignments. 

Applicants will select which office(s) they are interested in working at during the application process. 

Michigan ties are preferred though not required. 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. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and candidates who have relevant lived experiences and/or are directly impacted are encouraged to apply. 

Statement of Equal Employment Policy: The Office of Senator Elissa Slotkin is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules and regulations and applicable federal laws. 

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