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POI announces almost $40 million in omnibus successes!

by Jess Huang | Mar 11, 2022 | General, In the News

⚠️ BREAKING NEWS ⚠️ As many of you know, we’ve spent the last year and a half working to expand paid internships across the federal government. We’re proud to announce our hard work has paid off.  The omnibus includes nearly $40 million in funding for paid...

POI talks to Newsy, and how to support Congressional staffers

by Jess Huang | Feb 28, 2022 | In the News

If you’re anywhere online, you’ve probably heard about the Dear White Staffers account. The account has transformed from a sharp and witty meme account, to a must-follow source on the reality of working on Capitol Hill. We spoke to Newsy on the account,...
The Washington Times: ‘Pay Our Interns’ advocates call new rules from House Democrats ‘too late’

The Washington Times: ‘Pay Our Interns’ advocates call new rules from House Democrats ‘too late’

by Guillermo Creamer | Mar 13, 2019 | In the News

House Democrats issued guidance to lawmakers Tuesday allowing them to use up to $20,000 a year from a new fund to pay interns and to reimburse them for expenses they incur. The new rules also define the interns in the congressional handbook and lay out the ethical...
Bustle: Capitol Hill Interns Will Get Paid Now That Congress Finally Took Action

Bustle: Capitol Hill Interns Will Get Paid Now That Congress Finally Took Action

by Guillermo Creamer | Mar 13, 2019 | In the News

Most interns on Capitol Hill work for free, but that will finally change after years of backlash. On Tuesday, the House Administration Committee gave its final approval for a program that will pay Capitol Hill interns. Congress initially voted to instate the...
Roll Call: Guidance for paying House interns adopted, as application deadlines fly by

Roll Call: Guidance for paying House interns adopted, as application deadlines fly by

by Guillermo Creamer | Mar 12, 2019 | In the News

House offices now have guidance, however brief, on how to implement paid internships in their offices with the inaugural funding provided specifically for that purpose. The House Administration Committee approved a resolution Tuesday afternoon by voice...
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