Communications Intern | U.S. Senator Ed Markey's Internship Program

Senator Markey’s Boston office is currently accepting applications for communications interns for Spring 2026. Applications are due by Sunday, November 16, 2025, 11:59 EST.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Candidates with Massachusetts ties encouraged to apply.

Spring session: January 20, 2026, to May 4, 2026

Qualifications: The Boston internship program best suited for current and recent undergraduate students. All applicants must be proactive hard-workers who have demonstrated interest in press and/or digital media—with excellent writing, editing, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Digital skills (i.e. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Canva, video editing, social media, etc.) are a plus. Backgrounds in political science, journalism, communications, film, graphic design, media studies, and liberal arts are desirable but not required.

Commitment & Credit: Internship opportunities are available on a part-time basis. School credit is possible for all internships if arranged and approved by the intern’s respective college or university. Candidates may also apply for stipends, details listed below. 

All interns are required to commit to working a minimum of 10 hours a week.   

Responsibilities Include: 

· Compiling daily press clips 

· Maintaining and updating press lists 

· Monitoring national, state, and local media 

· Drafting and editing written materials, including press releases, op-eds, newsletters, and social copy 

· Creating engaging social media content, graphics, and videos for the digital team 

· Supporting the communications team with press conferences and live events 

In addition to the responsibilities above, communications interns may be tasked with: 

· Corresponding with and serving Massachusetts constituents, such as answering phones, and organizing incoming messages 

· Assisting with other administrative and legislative projects as necessary 

To apply:

Interested applicants should submit

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter (maximum 500 words)

3. ONLY if applying for a paid position, A Statement of Financial need detailing need. Please see the “Stipends” section below.  

Submit all materials via OAM portal at https://oampluspublic.senate.gov/public/login/630737cd-4ddc-4c72-9998-1819bf0595d1

Questions? Please call our Boston office at 617-565-8519 or email us at Intern_Boston@markey.senate.gov

This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, family status or military status. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities.

Stipends:

Stipends are available to students who could not otherwise afford to live or work in Massachusetts. Interns will receive a stipend at the pre-tax rate of $15 an hour.

In order to be eligible, please submit a statement describing how this stipend will allow you to pursue your educational goals and professional aspirations through this internship experience. This essay is reviewed separately from the internship application.

Pursuant to federal law, an individual may not be hired for a paid Senate position in the continental United States unless the individual meets one of the following criteria:

· Is a United States citizen;

· Is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);

· Is (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or

· Owes allegiance to the United States. (Note: To meet this requirement, an individual must be (1) a non-citizen U.S. national born in or having ties to American Samoa or Swains Island (as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1408), or (2) a non-citizen U.S. national pursuant to section 302 of Public Law 94-241 (relating to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands).

Statement of Equal Employment Policy: The Office of Senator Edward J. Markey is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate Rules and Regulations and applicable federal laws.