This position is limited to Veterans, Gold Star Families, and Active-Duty Spouses 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 (G&G CAP) was established to create employment opportunities for Veterans, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty Spouses within the U.S. House of Representatives. These positions provide Aides with the experience and exposure necessary to broaden their career opportunities. G&G CAP Aides may be assigned to Members, Committees, or House Officers and will serve in Washington, DC or Member district offices across the country. These are two-year, paid, full-time employment opportunities. Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each office. Said duties may include but are not limited to:

Requirements

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

Qualifications

Additional Requirements 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.  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.Active-Duty Spouses:ResumeCopy of front and back of Dependent ID card

Contacts

• Address CAO 441 2nd St WASHINGTON, DC 20515
• Name: Green and Gold CAP
• Phone: 202-226-1965