Internships:
Capitol Hill internships provide valuable opportunities for college students and new graduates to experience our nation's legislative process first hand. The majority of current Hill staffers, from chiefs of staff to legislative assistants, started off as personal office and committee interns.
Representative Mark Amodei (NV-02) offers the opportunity for college students and recent graduates to participate in internships in his Washington, D.C. office. Successful candidates must have excellent organizational, personal, writing and communication skills. Nevada ties are a plus, but are not required.
Internships can be a great opportunity to learn the legislative process, experience life in Washington, D.C., and see how your government works. Responsibilities include answering phones, providing constituents tours of the U.S. Capitol, legislative research, assisting the communications director, and aiding staff for special projects as needed. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend committee hearings, briefings, and staff meetings. This rewarding experience offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to learn about and contribute to the day-to-day operations of a Congressional office. Furthermore, full-time interns have the opportunity to receive a monthly stipend.
Internships are offered three times per year for the following semesters:
- WINTER/SPRING: JANUARY - MAY 2025 (Application Deadline: November 14th)
If you are interested in interning in our Washington, D.C. office, please submit your resume and cover letter to to Molly.Cutrona@mail.house.gov.
Academy Nominations:
Service Academy Nominations FAQ
Thank you for your interest in a nomination to one of our nation's prestigious service academies. I have enclosed an application for nomination; please complete this
form and return it to:
The Honorable Mark E. Amodei
Attention: Debbie Balsinger
5310 Kietzke Lane, Suite 103
Reno, Nevada 89511
In addition to your completed application, please submit the following information:
- Current photo (2 1/2” x 3 ½” headshot – Professional Attire Recommended)
- OFFICIAL High school transcript in a sealed envelope
- American College Testing Program (ACT) results and/or College Board Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) results
- Resume of extracurricular activities
- An essay stating why you want to attend a service academy (500 words or less)
- Minimum of three letters of recommendation
- Completed and signed application
- Completed Academy Application on Academy Portal
- Any miscellaneous information you wish to provide for consideration
The deadline for submitting application packets, including the above items, is Friday, November 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM PST. No applications will be accepted after this date. Please note that a nomination does not replace the admissions process or ensure your acceptance to a service academy. Students must contact the admissions office at each service academy to initiate the application process.
Additionally, applicants who submit a completed application by the Oct. 31st deadline will be contacted with their scheduled time for Academy Interview Day (typically held the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving). Nevada’s Congressional offices work together to create the interview schedule, and will notify students of their interview time approximately one week following the application deadline.
If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Balsinger at (775) 686-5760. I commend you on your desire to serve our nation and wish you the best in your efforts.
