D.C. internship sign-up deadline nears

HARLINGEN — Only a few can say they worked in Washington, D.C., and on Capitol Hill.

For some college students, it’s an experience of a lifetime.

Time is running out for college students who would like a chance to take on a summer internship with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute.

Spruce up the resume and reel in letters of recommendation to apply to be considered for the opportunity to be one of tomorrow’s next generation of leaders.

U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville, is encouraging college students from the 34th District of Texas to apply.

The institute is accepting internship applications for this summer.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 22. Visit their website to apply at www.chci.org.

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