JOBS
U.S. Senator John Fetterman seeks a highly skilled Communications Director to lead an active and fast-paced communications team in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Serves as an on-the-record spokesperson for the senator.
- Develops and oversees all communications for the senator’s office and manages the communications team.
- Develops and executes all aspects of a comprehensive, long-term communications plan, utilizing print, digital, and social media.
- Advises the senator on communications and messaging strategy to convey the senator’s priorities and achievements in state and national media.
- Writes and edits speeches, op-eds, and news releases; plans and implements national and local media strategies that reflects the office’s legislative priorities.
- Prepares and staffs the senator for interviews, press conferences and events, pitches stories and places columns.
- Maintains strong relationships with state and national press corps, as well as Senate colleagues.
- Travels with the senator regionally and nationally as necessary.
The ideal applicant will have at least 6-10 years of experience working on a communications team, preferably on Capitol Hill or in the Administration. Candidates must have exceptional written and oral communication skills, experience handling high-pressure situations, as well as extensive experience pitching and working directly with reporters, including in an on-the-record capacity. Experience leading a communications team or management experience is preferred but not required. Applicant must work well in a team environment and have sound political judgment.
Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to shaping an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life. The office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time.
Please apply here. Application closes on Friday, February 28.
U.S. Senator John Fetterman, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Border Management, Federal Workforce, and Regulatory Affairs, seeks an experienced Professional Staff Member (PSM) to support the Subcommittee’s Homeland Security portfolio, with a specific emphasis on border operations and migration policy.
Responsibilities include: developing, monitoring, and managing legislation; planning and preparing hearings; engaging with stakeholders and federal agencies; and drafting memos and talking points.
This is not an entry level position. Qualified candidates must possess exceptional writing and research skills, be adept at articulating complex policies clearly and concisely, be able to prioritize competing projects, and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Previous Hill experience and a public policy background are preferred. The annual salary for this role is $90,000.
Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to shaping an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life. The office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time.
Please apply here. Application closes on Friday, March 7.
INTERNSHIPS
An internship with Senator Fetterman’s office will provide students with an opportunity to gain firsthand experience and knowledge of the United States Senate.
Internships with Senator Fetterman’s office are paid unless in conflict with degree requirements, outside stipends, or other unique circumstances. Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to shaping an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life.
SESSION & DUE DATES
Summer 2025
Session Dates:
May 27 – Mid August
Application Period:
January 31 – February 28
Fall 2025
Session Dates:
September 3 – Mid December
Application Period:
May 16 – June 13
Spring 2026
Session Dates:
January 9 – Mid May
Application Period:
September 15 – October 17
INTERNSHIPS IN WASHINGTON D.C.
D.C. internships will focus on policy work, scheduling and administrative support, and press relations. Applicants must be able to meet urgent deadlines, work autonomously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Washington, D.C. internship applications are available to undergraduate students, graduate students, and veterans enrolled in educational programs.
We offer part-time and full-time internships in the Washington, D.C. office.
INTERNSHIPS IN PENNSYLVANIA
Pennsylvania internships are available in the Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh offices.
These internships will include constituent service support, administrative work, community outreach, meeting and event participation, legislative research, and special projects. Ideal applicants should enjoy helping Pennsylvania residents, be able to work independently, and desire to become further involved in communities in the Commonwealth. Internships in Pennsylvania are available to undergraduate students.
We offer internships in our Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg, PA offices. We offer part-time internships in Pennsylvania.
Applicants with Pennsylvania ties are given priority. Senator Fetterman is proud to pay his interns in both Washington, D.C. and Pennsylvania.
If you wish to be considered for an internship in Senator Fetterman’s office, your application must be complete and submitted by the deadline.
Please direct all questions to internships@fetterman.senate.gov. (No calls, voicemails, or walk-ins.)
