EEOC Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs Externship Program: Internship Opportunities for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Overview

The Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs (OCLA) Externship Program at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) offers hands-on experience for undergraduate and graduate or professional students. Participants support the agency through projects in communications, legislative affairs, policy research, congressional engagement, and outreach.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience within a major federal regulatory and law enforcement agency.
• Explore multiple functional specializations, including communications, legislative affairs, advice and audits, private sector outreach, and federal sector training.
• Opportunities for academic credit, depending on the rules of the participant's educational institution.
• Flexible placement options during the regular academic year or summer sessions, with potential for remote participation.

Eligibility

• Open to undergraduate students and graduate or professional students.
• Applicants must demonstrate strong writing, communication, organizational, and Microsoft Office skills.
• An interest in civil rights, employment law, public policy, or government operations is required.
• Candidates seeking remote arrangements must prove an ability to work independently and obtain university approval.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a tailored cover letter and resume via email to [email protected].

The cover letter should specify:

• The preferred semester or summer session.
• Selected functional area or areas of interest within OCLA.
• Details of any school internship or externship requirements.
• University approval and independent work capabilities if applying for remote participation.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis without a fixed cutoff date.