State Senator Mark DeSaulnier Internship Application
California State Senator Mark DeSaulnier
District Office
Internship Program
Senator Mark DeSaulnier’s internship program offers college students the opportunity to get directly involved in the state government’s daily operations. Interns learn about how the California State Senate functions and Senator DeSaulnier’s role in representing the people of California’s Seventh Senatorial District.
In the fast-paced atmosphere of a State Senate office, it is important that interns possess a mature, professional manner. Interns must be well-organized persons who are able to take initiative, follow instructions, perform well under pressure and relate well with others.
General intern responsibilities include:
Answering telephones
Data entry
Responding to constituent requests and other correspondence
Assisting with special projects, including legislative research
Assisting with constituent casework
Assisting with event planning
Administrative tasks, including filing and copying
Other miscellaneous tasks, as required
Skills required:
Effective and professional phone manner
Computer experience
Good typing ability
Punctuality
Attention to detail
Ability to follow instructions
Ability to complete tasks efficiently and thoroughly
Unfortunately, we cannot offer monetary compensation for our interns. However, Senator DeSaulnier supports students requesting credit for their internship through their school or university.
There is no application deadline. Interns are accepted throughout the year. Please note that our summer internships are particularly popular and there is a limit to the number of interns we can accept to work in our office at any one time.
Applicants should complete the attached form and return it with a resume and writing sample to:
Lupe Schoenberger
District Director
Senator Mark DeSaulnier
1350 Treat Blvd., Ste. 240
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Phone: (925) 942-6082
E-mail: Lupe.Schoenberger@sen.ca.gov
Senator Mark DeSaulnier Internship Form
Please complete this questionnaire to assist us to better match your interests and skills with internship opportunities. For additional information, please contact District Director Lupe Schoenberger at 925-942-6082.
Name:
Address: City/Zip:
Phone number including area code:
Second phone number including area code:
e-mail address (optional):
Main area of interest in helping serve the 7th Senate District:
Please list any secondary interests you may have:
Please summarize any skills that you think might apply:
(computer, technical, professional skills)
Your availability:
(what days, hours, how long, etc.)
Experience
Previous intern experience: __________________________________________________________
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Paid work experience: ________________________________________________
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Background Information
Do you have a valid California Driver’s License? Yes_____No_____
Driver’s license number: _________________________ Expiration date: ___________
Insurance Company: ______________________ Policy #: ___________________________
Expiration date: ___________
Have you ever been convicted for a violation of any laws, traffic or otherwise? Yes_____ No_____
If yes, please explain: _________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Information
Name of an emergency contact: __________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________
Relationship: _________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _________________________________________________________________________
Work Phone: _________________________________________________________________________
Cell Phone: __________________________________________________________________________
RETURN THIS FORM AND A WRITING SAMPLE TO:
Lupe Schoenberger
District Director
Senator Mark DeSaulnier
1350 Treat Blvd., Ste. 240
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Phone: (925) 942-6082
E-mail: Lupe.Schoenberger@sen.ca.gov