Congressional Internship Program — The 7th Project Association

The opportunity

The 7th Project Association’s flagship program places college students from Alabama’s 7th Congressional District into Congressional internships — opening pathways into public service and the federal workforce. Interns are selected on a non-partisan basis by the Board of Directors based on academic performance, leadership abilities, and demonstrated financial need.

Washington, D.C. Office

$1,600 stipend + housingTwo four-week sessions

Alabama District Offices

$1,000 stipendBirmingham · Montgomery · Tuscaloosa · all summer

Eligibility

3.0 GPA or higherEnrolled undergraduate · AL-7 resident

Also required

Computer & office skillsDirect ties to the district

Eligibility & selection

Applicants must be undergraduate students currently enrolled in college with a 3.0 GPA or higher who are residents of Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. Students may attend an accredited institution anywhere but must have direct ties to the district. Computer and office skills are required. The Board of Directors conducts interviews, and selection is made on a non-partisan basis.

2026 dates & deadlines

Application deadline: Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. CDT
D.C. Session A: May 27 – June 26, 2026
D.C. Session B: June 29 – July 31, 2026
District offices: all summer long
Notifications: late April 2026 · mandatory training seminar in May 2026

How to apply

Submit your application materials — resume, cover letter, photo, FAFSA, and three references. Reach out and we’ll send you the current application, or apply through Congresswoman Sewell’s office.

Request the application → Sewell.house.gov