This position is limited to eligible Veterans and Gold Star Family Members desiring to serve as a paid Congressional Aide for two-years in the U.S. House of Representatives Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program. Selected candidates will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Positions are located in Congressional District Offices around the country.

Duties

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program was established to create employment opportunities for Veterans and Gold Star Family Members within the U.S. House of Representatives. These two-year positions provide Veterans and Gold Star Family Members with the experience and exposure necessary to broaden their career opportunities. Positions are available in Congressional Member District Offices around the country.Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each Member Office. Said duties may include but are not limited to: working as a constituent services representative; helping local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies; serving as liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations; attending local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress; and performing legislative work. SPECIFIC DUTIES FOR EACH MEMBER OFFICE WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS.  IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE YOU MUST BE A VETERAN OR GOLD STAR FAMILY MEMBER AND MEET ALL THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS. NO WAIVERS WILL BE GRANTED:Veterans:

Requirements

• FOR A LISTING OF THE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT THE HOW TO APPLY SECTION BELOW.

Qualifications

Detail oriented; excellent organization skills; strong computer skills; ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision. Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a professional and courteous work disposition; ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling sensitive information; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. High School Diploma required. Some college level classes preferred but not required. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Please do not contact or submit applications to congressional offices.Required DocumentsVeterans:ResumeDD-214 member copy 4Gold Star:ResumeFor members who died on active duty: DD 1300 or DD 2064 accompanied by a Line of Duty Determination; ORFor members who died of service-connected disability: Last DD 214 issued to the veteran and VA eligibility letter.Proof of dependency (“page 2”, DD 1172 or equivalent) to the veteran; ORProof of relationship (obituary, birth certificate, etc…) to the veteran.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program
• Phone: 202-226-1965