Ways to Boost Your Intern Experience During a Government Shutdown

By Danielle Stewart
POPVOX Foundation

With the shutdown about to extend into month two, Congressional interns in DC and in District Offices across the country are on hold. For so many of you, this means missed opportunities to give Capitol tours, learn how to write constituent correspondence, answering phone calls from constituents, attending committee hearings, and connecting with fellow interns and staff to build and grow your professional network. But just because your Congressional internship may be on hold does not mean the learning and networking needs to stop! Check out these tips and helpful resources to help you stay ahead of the curve and ready to return to the office. 

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