Internships

Rep. Jimmy Patronis’ Internship Program offers Florida students a unique opportunity to experience the inner workings of Congress firsthand. There are two six-week sessions during the summer as well as full-semester internships in both the spring and fall. Interns work during normal office hours: Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 6 pm. Please note that there is no remote work option.

Internships are available in our Washington D.C., Crestview, and Pensacola offices.

Application Dates:

Spring: CLOSED
Summer:
- April 20, 2026 (Pensacola & Crestview)
- May 1, 2026 (Washington, DC)
Fall: TBD

Priority is given to students either from Florida or students enrolled in a Florida school who have completed at least their sophomore year of college. This is a highly competitive program. Due to limited space and resources, not all qualified applicants can be accommodated.

Compensation and Academic Credit

Interns in both Washington, D.C., and the district offices are eligible to receive a housing stipend. Students may also be eligible for academic credit upon approval by their college or university. Students must provide all necessary documentation and indicate any requirements our office must fulfill.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interns assist with regional outreach and constituent relations in addition to normal office activities that include but are not limited to:

Answering phones, reviewing voicemails, and logging constituent correspondence
Processing incoming email, mail, and packages
Monitoring and compiling news items
Conducting legislative research
Assisting the casework team with constituent service requests
Supporting staff with special projects as assigned

To apply to Rep. Patronis’ internship program, please submit the following items using the online application.

A cover letter explaining your interest in interning with Rep. Jimmy Patronis’ office. Please also include your availability.
A one-page resume
A one-to-two-page college writing sample

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