Why Start My Summer Job Search Now?

It is important to start on your summer job search by April, as competition for seasonal work is very high. Don't get discouraged if you can't find something immediately! Keep looking for opportunities, using your networks, perfecting your elevator pitch and thinking creatively. You'll have something lined up to keep you busy and earn you money for the summer months in no time!



Tips to Start Your Summer Job Search

Whether you're in high school or college, classes will be over in a few short months. If you'd like to work this summer, have you started looking for a job? If not, now's the time to search for positions, fill out applications, and get yourself hired. To get the process started, follow our tips below. Remember, thousands of other students will be looking for work in your area, and jobs may be limited, so make sure you make this task a top priority in the upcoming weeks.

• Make or update your resume. Even if potential positions require you to submit an application, some may also ask for an accompanying resume. 
• Prepare your elevator pitch. An elevator pitch (aka elevator speech) is about getting a potential employer to want to learn more about you and the value you can bring to the table in only 30 - 60 seconds. 
• Contact former employers immediately. You might be assuming that you can take up where you left off at a part-time position you've held in the past, but it may no longer be available. If you're considering returning to a job you've worked before, get in touch with your former supervisor right away.
• Look ahead. What do you want to do after you graduate from college? Think forward to your hopes for the future, and try to find a position that might help you develop relevant skills or make helpful contacts.
• Search online. There are several websites that provide a listing of summer job opportunities. Check out SummerJobs.com, SnagAJob.com, and Indeed.com.
• Talk to your family. Your parents, older siblings, aunts and uncles, cousins, and anyone else might know of opportunities at their own place of work, or at a business they frequent.
• Check with your friends. Your friends might already have a summer employer that's still looking for help, or they might have seen a job posting or heard of a position elsewhere.
• Get your references lined up. You might need to provide references to a potential employer, so chat with former bosses, current mentors, and anyone else you want to include on your list.

Senate Internships 

To learn about Senate Internships and how to apply visit https://www.senate.gov/employment/po/positions.htm.

1. The Democratic Staff of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works is seeking a detail oriented, highly organized individual to serve as a Legislative Intern for the Summer 2024 

2A. The Washington, D.C. Office of Senator Bernie Sanders is currently accepting applications for summer 2024 legislative internships. Job ID: 230151

2B. The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Majority office under Chair Sanders is currently accepting applications for summer 2024 internships. Job ID: 230150

2C. The Washington, D.C. and Burlington, Vt. Offices of Senator Bernie Sanders are currently accepting applications for summer 2024 Press & Digital internships. Job ID: 230149

3. The Senate Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is seeking 2024 Summer Interns. This is general administrative work supporting staff of the U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms. Job ID: 230126

4. The Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) seeks interns for his office in Washington, DC for summer 2024. Responsibilities include answering phones, sorting mail, handling requests for flags and tours, and assisting legislative staff in research. Job ID: 230085

5. Senator Warnock seeks a full-time summer legal intern either for his Washington, D.C. office or in a virtual role. Job ID: 230043

6. U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy’s Washington, D.C. office is seeking applicants for a full-time or part-time congressional internship for Spring 2024. This internship runs from January to May 2024. Job ID: 229866

7. The Tech Intern position at the Senate Republican Conference (SRC) will assist professional staff in the SRC TV studio, radio studio, and off-site TV shoots. Job ID: 229752

House of Representatives Internships 

https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/7/home/requisition/464?c=house

In this role, an Intern could be expected to:

• Provide a welcoming environment and positive first impression of the office to constituents, visitors, and other VIPs
• Handle incoming calls with poise, professionalism, and promptness
• Assist with flag and greeting requests from Member, and White House
• Help coordinate constituent tours of the Capitol, White House and other DC based tours (Smithsonian, Library of Congress, Supreme Court)

Pfizer's 2024 Summer Growth Experience (SGE), formerly Summer Student Worker Program  

This program is jointly managed by Pfizer and Atrium Works. The SGE provides short-term work to support Pfizer's business needs during the summer months. 

https://g.co/kgs/sqCBWEc

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has begun hiring for summer employment. Use this link https://dpr.dc.gov/summerjobs to learn more about available summer jobs and to apply for summer employment with DPR.  

Thank you to those who completed the Alumni Survey last month. Below are summer job opportunities based on your survey responses. 

Sports Mgmt and Exercise Science Majors

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Offering an exceptional Summer Research opportunity exclusively for motivated undergraduate students. Our purpose is to provide you with an immersive experience, working alongside experts, contributing to impactful research projects, and gaining insights into the forefront of science, engineering, and medicine.

https://www.dcjobs.com/job/detail/78847145/College-Student-Hire?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Communications Majors

PG Community College Reader/Scribe

To provide auxiliary services (i.e., note taking, test proctoring) and assist with special testing services for students with various disabilities. Temporary position 

https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/17847/readerscribe?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Octane Public Relations and Advertising

College Intern - Helping students identify and actualize their unique career and educational goals through opportunities for experiential learning in public relations, ultimately preparing them for postgraduate and workforce success.

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0d952e81a7ac4006&utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Criminal Justice Majors

Supreme Court Internship

As an intern, you will have a unique opportunity to build a substantial working knowledge of the role, functions, and history of the Supreme Court of the United States. Roles are available in Office of the Counselor to the Chief Justice, Office of the Curator, Public Information Office, and Office of the Clerk.. Deadline June 15, 2024

https://www.fastweb.com/career-planning/internships/51839-supreme-court-internship-program

Sign Up

The 2024 Alumni Bridge Program Workshop series begins in May with a session on Career Pathing, exploring professional goals and navigating your career. Use the link below to sign up this and others sessions being offered throughout 2024.

https://forms.gle/hQgqhndJVEn7V6jD6



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