CBCF State Farm Communications Internship

Spring 2026 CBCF State Farm Communications Internship Program

The semester-long CBCF Communications Internship program, sponsored by State Farm, offers recently graduated students the opportunity to learn about press and media relations on Capitol Hill. This program will take place in person from January 10, 2026 to May 1, 2026. Interns will receive housing and a $4000 stipend (paid biweekly in increments of $500). Interns will be placed in various congressional offices, committees, subcommittees, or federal agencies. This program is offered during the fall and spring semesters. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, should be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree, no more than 2 years removed by the internship program start date, have a permit to work in the U.S., and have a demonstrated interest in public service, governance, and the policy-making process.

CBCF will offer three information sessions to allow prospective applicants to learn more about our internship program. Should this be of interest, please register for the information session of your choice:

Info Session Dates and Registration Link:

Session 1:

https://cbcf.zoom.us/meeting/register/BCIUYwmLQMyZhfVtZJWmNg#/registration

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing details on how to join the meeting.

Session 2:

https://cbcf.zoom.us/meeting/register/ahq7GNuBRy2sk3ioKxA2zQ#/registration

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing details on how to join the meeting.

Session 3:

Date: October 8, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM (ET)

https://cbcf.zoom.us/meeting/register/HTLDHe2XRoujgPBbsdnO7g#/registration

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing details on how to join the meeting.

Candidate Requirements

Note: You must use your full first and last name as your display name when creating your application account.

• Interns must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale

• Interns must have U.S. citizenship or a permit to work in the U.S. for the duration of the program (January 10, 2026 to May 1, 2026)

• Interns must have availability to participate full-time upon acceptance

• Interns should be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree, no more than 2 years removed by the internship program start date

• Interns cannot yet have obtained a graduate degree

• Interns cannot be actively enrolled in graduate studies

• Interns must have a general familiarity with the federal legislative process, the U.S. Congress, the Congressional Black Caucus and its members, and related policy

• Interns must have superior analytical skills

• Interns must have outstanding oral and written communication skills

Note: Upon acceptance, interns must stay in provided CBCF housing, with a roommate, for the duration of the program.

Application Materials

The completed online application must be submitted by 11:59 pm ET, October 17, 2025. The following items will be requested through the online application:

• 1 Video Recording in response to a provided prompt (located within the Conditional Application)

• 1 Essay Question Response (located within the Conditional Application)

• 2 letters of recommendation, submitted electronically (hard copy letters will not be accepted)

• Resume listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, community service, and specific skills (2-page limit)

• Transcript (must be uploaded directly to the application portal)

PLEASE NOTE: You must complete the General Application to gain access to the Conditional Application. If for any reason you are unable to access the conditional application, it may be because you are unqualified for the opportunity. Please reach out to internships@cbcfinc.org for assistance, as necessary. Note that application materials are not accepted via email.

Requests for Accommodations

Interns may request an accommodation for a medical reason such as a disability (as defined by applicable law), pregnancy (or childbirth or a related medical condition), being a nursing mother, or any other trait, characteristic, or class for which applicable law requires the CBCF to provide reasonable workplace accommodations.

Accommodation requests for the Spring 2026 State Farm Communications Internship should be submitted to Human Resources in writing no later than January 10, 2026.

Additional Note: Former interns, immediate relatives of a CBCF employee, CBC Member, CBC Spouse, a staff person of a CBC Member or Spouse, a member of the CBCF Board of Directors, Corporate Advisory Council Member of CBCF, or any CBCF-sponsoring entity are not eligible for CBCF internship programs.

Selection Process

The CBCF’s State Farm Communications Internship Program is a highly competitive program. Applications are reviewed by a selection committee made up of program alumni, staff, and board members. Top candidates receive an invitation to interview. Applications are scored based on evidence of leadership and leadership potential, including community involvement, commitment to public service, and ability to challenge self.

Questions?

Please contact: internships@cbcfinc.org

Please do not contact the office in regard to your application status. Only qualified candidates will be directly contacted by program supervisors. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants.

CBCF is a non-partisan 501©(3) equal opportunity organization that provides scholarships, internships, and fellowships to eligible applicants.