Federal Communications Commission Internships

Federal Communications Commission offers internships for college students in many FCC bureau offices. The internships cover a wide span of study fields and give students an opportunity to work within a U.S. government agency.

Internships are offered part-time or full-time and are generally unpaid and for college credit only. All students applying must be U.S. citizens attending either part-time or full-time a U.S. accredited college or university.


Examples of internships include Office of Communications Business Opportunities internships for law students, Media Bureau internships for students studying law, engineering or economics with an interest in media communications, or internships in the Office of Chairman Wheeler for students studying law, economics, engineering or computer science.

The FCC was appointed by Congress to regulate and manage the country's communication system. They are responsible for overseeing interstate and international communications, including radio, television, wire, satellite and cable for all U.S. states and territories. It's offices are charged with public safety and homeland security, providing consumer education, and protecting the nation's communication system.

The location is usually in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.

To apply for an internship, visit:
www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/internships-available-fcc

To apply for a job, visit: 
transition.fcc.gov/jobs/fccjobs.html