Legislative Office Intern – Office of the Secretary of the Senate (Sacramento, CA)

Internship Opportunity

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced internship opportunity to learn in an environment with staff who are actively working on critical legislation to improve California, address issues in our communities and meet the needs of all Californians? Consider the California State Senate and be part of an organization that serves to strengthen the State through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Basic function: Under the direction of the Secretary of the Senate and the supervision of Deputy Secretaries, the intern will provide administrative support to the Senate Desk and other Senate Rules Offices, such as Senate IT/Telecommunications. The intern may have other duties and assignments, as needed.

Duties: The intern will support the Senate Desk and assist with amending, answering phones, bill referrals, filing, proofing, document transmittals, publication editing, and research, among other duties. Additionally, the intern will support Senate IT/Telecommunications with administrative tasks, special projects, and other duties as assigned. The intern will also assist other Senate Rules Offices, as needed.

Education: High School Degree required. AA Preferred. Please include verification of your degree with your completed application if applicable.

Location, salary and filing date: This position is located in Sacramento, CA and requires in person attendance. The Senate's core business hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, scheduling for interns may need to be more flexible depending on the office needs. Interns hired to work fulltime or 35 hours per week, must conclude their internship in three months or less. All paid internships must conclude within six months, unless the intern is working less than half-time (17 hours per week). Interns who are under the age of 18 are only authorized to work remotely. Salary is $21 per hour. No benefits provided with this classification. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

How to apply: Please visit the Senate Careers page to apply. A cover letter and resume are required in addition to the Senate application. Complete the Senate application in as much detail as possible. Include all work history for a complete review of your experience. If you are unable to complete the online application, please email all required documentation to the contact listed below.

Heshani Wijemanne, Chief Assistant Secretary of Senate Office of the Secretary of Senate Heshani.Wijemanne@sen.ca.gov

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodation(s) if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding or requests for reasonable accommodations may be directed to Senate Human Resources at SenateRecruitment@sen.ca.gov.

The California State Senate values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. The Senate believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to strengthen our ability to support the legislature. Join the California State Senate and help us support California communities.