Apply for the TechCongress Communications Internship 2027 - a paid Winter/Spring 2027 Communications Intern role on TechCongress’s Communications Team in Washington, D.C. The term runs from early January through mid-May 2027. Applications close 10 November 2026 at 11:59pm ET (submissions before 6 November are prioritised).
TechCongress is a nonpartisan nonprofit that places technologists in Congress and state legislatures as fellows. Over 11 years it has placed 146+ fellows across both parties; 31 have been hired into full-time congressional staff roles.
This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on the official TechCongress posting. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.
Quick Facts - TechCongress Communications Internship 2027
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Role | Communications Intern (Winter/Spring 2027) |
| Organisation | TechCongress |
| Host Landmark | Lincoln Memorial / Washington, D.C., USA 🇺🇸 |
| Pay | US$20/hour (paid internship) |
| Term | Early January - mid-May 2027 |
| Hours | 20 - 40 hours/week (part-time or full-time) |
| Format | Hybrid - at least 2 days/week in the D.C. office |
| Location | Must be based in D.C. metro (DC, MD, VA); U.S. work authorisation required |
| Priority review | Applications before 6 November 2026 |
| Deadline | 10 November 2026, 11:59pm ET |
| Apply | Screendoor / forms.fm application |
| Official page | techcongress.io - Communications Intern 2027 |
Responsibilities
- Tell fellows’ stories - fact sheets, blog posts, social campaigns, and press materials
- Own the monthly jobs newsletter - Policy Opportunities for Technologists (sourcing, summaries, MailChimp)
- Support branding - implement TechCongress’s first brand guide across materials
- Document impact - fellowship impact data, accomplishments, and press coverage records
- Shape digital presence - website content; LinkedIn, X, and Bluesky campaigns; content calendar and analytics
- Support programming - 2027 fellow orientation, 2028 recruitment, panels, webinars, networking events
- Contribute to strategy - analyse performance, pitch ideas, recommend audience reach tactics
Benefits
- Paid internship at US$20/hour
- Core role on the Communications Team with published content opportunities
- Access to tech policy events, networking, and nonprofit professional development
- Sit in on the January 3-week fellow orientation workshops
- Hybrid D.C. experience with a high-trust, nonpartisan team
Eligibility
- Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate
- Authorised to work in the United States
- Strong writing skills adaptable to different audiences
- Self-directed with project ownership from concept to completion
- Organisational skills and attention to detail under deadlines
- Available 20 - 40 hours/week
- Based in the D.C. metropolitan area (DC, MD, VA)
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Squarespace, MailChimp, Canva, Hootsuite (or ability to learn)
- Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets)
- Experience managing organisational social media accounts
- Interest in tech policy and government
Required Documents
- Resume
- Answers to application questions
- Writing sample (maximum 2 pages)
How to Apply
- Read the full role on the official TechCongress Communications Intern page.
- Submit resume, application answers, and ≤2-page writing sample via the online application.
- Apply early for priority review (before 6 November 2026); hard close 10 November 2026, 11:59pm ET.
Accommodation requests: timour@techcongress.io
Official Links
Apply - Winter/Spring 2027 Communications Intern (Paid)
Official posting - TechCongress
Contact: hello@techcongress.io
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the deadline?
10 November 2026 at 11:59pm ET. Applications before 6 November are prioritised; review is rolling.
Is it paid?
Yes - US$20 per hour.
How long is the internship?
Early January through mid-May 2027 (Winter/Spring term).
Do I need to live in D.C.?
Yes - D.C. metro (DC, MD, or VA), with at least two office days per week, and U.S. work authorisation.
How is this different from the Programs Internship?
This role focuses on communications (stories, newsletter, brand, social, digital). The Programs Internship supports fellowship administration and events.
Where do I apply?
https://techcongress.forms.fm/winter-spring-2027-communications-intern-paid/forms/10181
