Application for an Internship in the

Office of U.S. Representative Ted Poe (TX-2)

2412 Rayburn House Office Building

Washington, D.C. 20515

Full Name: ________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________

Telephone Number: _____________________ E-mail: __________________

Do you/have you ever lived in Texas? If so, where? ___________________

Seeking internship in (circle one): Spring Summer Fall

College: ______________________ Graduation Date: __________________

Major(s): ______________________ GPA: ____________________________

Desired Start/End Date of Internship: ________________________________

Daily Availability During Internship: _______________________________


Required Questions (Please limit your responses to the space provided)

Why would you like to intern for Congressman Ted Poe?

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What 3 federal issues interest you? Why?

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What 3 elected officials – past and present – do you most admire? Why?

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Candidates with strong oral and written communication skills are preferred. What experience do you have with both?

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How would you categorize your political affiliation? Why?

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Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________

Please email your completed application, resume and a short writing sample (no more than 3 pages) to with “Internship” in the subject line.