Application Instructions
Step One: Submit a resume and written response in Handshake (essay prompt is in the job posting.)
Step Two: Email two references to Mary Beth Woodward at mbrowde2@utk.edu Referrers may choose to email directly.
Step Three: If selected, you will interview with Baker Center and career center staff and others on the CIP committee.
Step Four: If chosen for the program, the committee will present your application materials to selected offices who will then make hiring decisions.
Step Five: Individual congressional offices make offers to candidates. Once an offer is solidified, you will receive housing in DC free of cost, a moving stipend, and support and preparation prior to your internship.
Legislative Offices’ Deadlines and Requirements
Each office’s individual procedure varies, but typically you will apply with the following: Resume, cover letter, and two-three references. Some offices also require an online application form, writing sample and recommendation letters from your references. Deadlines also vary; it is recommended to check each site to which you intend to apply and plan to submit applications at least two months prior to the desired internship session.
| Diana Harshbarger | R | https://harshbarger.house.gov/services/internships | Application: Online Form |
| Burchett, Tim | R | https://burchett.house.gov/services/internships | Application: Online Form |
| Fleischmann, Chuck | R | http://fleischmann.house.gov/services/internships | Application: Downloadable Form. Email completed Form with Resume |
| DesJarlais, Scott | R | https://desjarlais.house.gov/services/internships/congressional-internship-application | Application: Check website for Application Instructions |
| Rose, John | R | https://johnrose.house.gov/services/internships | Application: Online Form |
| Green, Mark | R | https://markgreen.house.gov/forms/internships | Application: Online Form; Deadlines 3/4/22 |
| Kustoff, David | R | https://kustoff.house.gov/services/internships |
Application: Online Form, Resume & Cover Letter |
| Cohen, Steve | D | https://cohen.house.gov/services/internships |
Application: Online Form, Resume, Cover Letter & Email Transcript |
| Bill Hagerty | R | https://www.hagerty.senate.gov/internships/ | |
| Marsha Blackburn | R | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/internships | Application: Resume and More; Deadlines for application: Su – 4/15; Fa – 7/15; Sp – 11/1 |