“Out of 3,500 congressional staff, less than 20 have any technical background. Decent governance in the 21st century REQUIRES talented technologists to serve in government. ”

— Travis Moore, Founder and Director of TechCongress

Now, TechCongress has launched a new Congressional Digital Service Fellowship for experienced technologists. Here’s what they’re looking for:

• Commitment to helping get Members of Congress and Congressional staff up to speed on technology issues.
• Experience on a government tech team (USDS, 18F, TTS, PIF, Code for America, Coding it Forward, state or local government digital services) is a big, big plus.
• Ability to start in Washington, D.C. by June 15, 2020. 
• At least five years of work or postgraduate study. 
• Possessing some or a few of the following technical skills: 
  • Experience coding in C/C++, Go, Python or Java
  • Front-end development experience– HTML/CSS
  • Experience with Identity and Access Management protocols
  • Experience with SQL or NoSQL data stores 
  • Experience with Lean or Agile concepts
• Experience working in or studying the technology sector.  Experience on an Executive Branch Tech Team (USDS, 18F, TTS, PIF) is a big, big plus. 
• Great interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to explain technology to those that aren’t as familiar with technology tools or concepts.
• Track record of success taking initiative and working with others.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Apply by 11:59 pm ET on Sunday, May 10, 2020. Click here for a direct link to the application.