Internship

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What happens during a Washington, D.C. Congressional Internship?

Each intern will spend four weeks working in with the Washington, D.C. office of Congresswoman Terri Sewell. Interns will participate fully in the duties of the office and assist with constituent correspondence, research, and other tasks as assigned.

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What happens during a District Office Congressional Internship?

Each intern will spend the entire summer working with one or more of Congresswoman Sewell’s offices in Alabama’s 7th District-- Birmingham, Montgomery, and/or Tuscaloosa. Interns will participate fully in the duties of the office, assist with programming, and work directly with constituent service. 

 

Who is Eligible for a Congressional Internship?

Any undergraduate student currently enrolled in college with a 3.0 GPA or higher who is a resident of Alabama’s 7th Congressional District is eligible to apply for the Congressional Internship Program. Students may attend an accredited college or university located anywhere, but must have direct ties to Alabama’s 7th Congressional District.

 

How are Interns Selected?

Interns will be selected based on academic performance, leadership abilities, and demonstrated financial need. Computer and office skills are also a requirement for selection. Candidates will be interviewed by the Board of Directors of The 7th Project. The selection of interns will be made on a non-partisan basis.

 

Are Internships Paid Positions?

The internship is an educational opportunity. Washington D.C. Office interns will receive a $1,600 stipend and have their housing expenses covered. District Office interns in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa will receive a $1,000 stipend.

 

When are the Internships?

Applications to be considered for summer 2026 Washington D.C. and District Office Internships are accepted through Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. CDT. Applicants should indicate their internship office preference on their application. Applications must be submitted through the 7th Project website and through Congresswoman Terri Sewell's official website at Sewell.house.gov/internship-opportunities. 

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Washington D.C. Office are four weeks long. Currently, there are two proposed sessions for interns during the summer of 2026. The first intern session is May 27 - June 26, 2026. The second intern session is June 29 - July 31, 2026. 

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District Office internships in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa are all summer long.  

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Selected applicants will be notified in late April 2026 and must attend a one-day training seminar in May 2026.