Our internship program offers students a unique opportunity to experience the work of a City Council office and congressional campaign. The program exposes students to legislative office operations and activities of a Councilmember's work, including: working with constituents, conducting community outreach efforts, assisting community-based organizations, campaigning, organizing civic events and projects, databases, staffing the office, and other activities. During the 2022 election cycle, interns will also have the opportunity to work across a variety of roles on the campaign, gaining valuable experience at a high level.
Many legislators and senior policy staff begin their careers as interns. Internships are invaluable to gain an understanding of our democratic process, as well as an excellent opportunity to create important networks while serving the community.
Internships are available to all part-time or full-time students. Interns will gain valuable education and work experience through working with our office. All internship work is voluntary and students will not receive any monetary compensation. Depending on their programs, students may also receive different types of school credit for participating as interns.
Qualified candidates will be invited for interviews. Thank you for your interest in this very unique opportunity to serve the community. Please complete the application and submit to our office along with a resume, cover letter, and writing sample.
I encourage you to apply!
Greg Tanaka
Councilmember, Congressional Candidate (CD-16)
City of Palo Alto
GregTanaka.org