White House Office of Management and Budget
Director's Office The White House Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Director’s Office is
pleased to offer opportunities for spring 2015 internships. Current undergraduate students
may apply for this unpaid internship.
Students should have a strong interest in privacy and technology. A deep understanding
of technology is a plus, but not a requirement. Strong communication and writing skills
are critical as are the ability to engage in complex analysis and problem
solving. Students must be able to work independently and meet deadlines. Responsibilities: Projects will be assigned based on experience, interest and
ability. Assignments for a college intern could include:
Conducting basic research on a specific privacy issue
Tracking a privacy-related bill in Congress
Preparing news clips on privacy issues and hot topics
Preparing materials for a meeting, including assembling binders or other materials
Technical assignments as appropriate such as reviewing third-party applications on a
Federal website or testing a mobile app
Reviewing data and creating dashboards, charts, graphs or spreadsheets
Attending and/or watching a Congressional hearing or workshop on a privacy issue that
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During internships, Mr. Groman makes an effort to include interns in relevant meetings
and presentations. Every intern should have at least one opportunity to attend an event
with a Senior White House Official, tour the White House, and participate in formal
internship programs and lectures. Last semester interns met with the White House Chief
of Staff and attended the 9/11 memorial ceremony on the South Lawn of the White
House with the President and First Lady. Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a strong interest in the budget process,
public policy, and government. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are
required. Experience handling multiple tasks and working under tight deadlines is also
necessary. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in learning about a range of
executive level agencies, policy areas or current issues.
Academic Credit: Internships are only offered as student work-study programs and are
not for compensation. Students accepted for an internship may earn academic credit
while working in our office. Information on academic credit programs can be obtained
from school placement offices or program internship coordinators.
Requirements: Applicants must be United States citizens. Please note that participation is
contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and drug testing.
Please send a resume and statement of interest to:
Mr. Marc Groman, Senior Advisor
for Privacy in the Office of Management and Budget
Marc_M_Groman@omb.eop.gov