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[quote=Anonymous]I’ve hired more than 15 staff assistant in my career on the hill. Out of those, 3 had professions before coming to the hill. Two were teachers and one worked at a bank in an entry level role. None were donor kids. Donor kids are much more likely to internships.

My best staff assistants were interns on the hill because they knew what they were getting in to. Now that the offices are open you need to be able to control chaos: phones ringing, meetings in and out and staff needing assistance. You need to be level headed, friendly and organized. Also, being from the state or district is almost a must. You are interacting with constituents so common ground (restaurants you like for instance) builds great relationships.

I asked - didn’t dictate - staff assistants to commit to a year. Many times they get bored and leave. If you’re there a year I would really work to get you to the next level and mentor you. The hours aren’t great and work isn’t sexy, but it is vital to office operations.

I’ve been on the hill 20 years and love it.

What is your long term goal? Happy to answer specific questions.

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