Have you wondered what it is like to work in one of Texas’s biggest U.S. Congressional district’s D.C. offices?
My name is Jacob Story, an agricultural education major in the class of 2028. I am working in the office of Congressman Ronny Jackson this spring. Like many, I never knew the inner workings of the national government… until now. In this post, I will take you through some of the major activities I do each day.
- Talk to lots, and lots, and lots of constituents
Constituents are residents who live in the U.S. Congressional district. For our office, of Texas’ 13th District, we serve residents from Denton, all the way to Amarillo. Our office has our doors and phones open to all residents, listening to their concerns and insights. I love to talk to constituents and help them learn more about our office. In a given day, each intern answers around 10-20 calls, some days less, some days more. - Give tours of the United States Capitol Building
One of the most interesting parts of my job is giving tours of the United States Capitol to visiting constituents. This is a great opportunity to connect with residents living in my home district. It is also a great opportunity to see some of the nation’s most important history and heritage through art, memorials, and structures. Visiting the Capitol is usually a highlight for many visitors’ trips to Washington, D.C., and as an intern, I love to make that trip worthwhile for them. - Attend briefings and hearings, taking notes to assist the Congressman’s staff
Also, another highlight of my job as an intern is attending briefings and hearings within the walls of the House Office Buildings – Cannon, Longworth, and Rayburn, taking notes to summarize for our office’s staff. They use these notes to help better understand topics that concern the district and help the Congressman vote for how my fellow district residents feel. I love getting to serve my district, even if it means simply taking notes!
I have had a variety of jobs throughout my life, but this internship is, by far, one of the most gratifying experiences I have ever had. Getting to work in an office that serves my hometown is an experience that fills me with pride and pushes me to work hard. I never thought I would find myself in such a cool job. So, what’s a job you wish you could do?
Jacob Story
Office of Congressman Ronny Jackson
Washington, D.C. | spring 2026