Senator Blumenthal Intern Guide

OFFICE REMINDERS
OFFICIAL RESOURCES
Senate equipment and supplies are for official business use only, including your
Senate computer, phone, and email. The office reserves the right to monitor all
office accounts and internet usage when deemed necessary.
DRESS CODE
The office’s dress code is business formal. For men, this means a suit or sports
coat with a tie; for women, this means a suit or suit-equivalent dresses and
skirts (be mindful of length and fit). Jeans, sneakers, open-toed shoes, cargo
pants, and other casual clothing are not permitted. If you have questions about
work-appropriate attire, please ask.
SOCIAL MEDIA AND PRESS POLICY
We expect you to maintain a professional presence online, including on all
of your social media accounts, and maintain the confidentiality of this office.
Should you publicize or discuss private information regarding the office of
Senator Blumenthal, constituents, the senator, or staff outside this office, you
will be asked to leave your position immediately. Any writing you wish to
submit (such as to blogs or alumni journals) must be approved in its final
form by the Deputy Chief of Staff and Communications Director. Under
no circumstances are you permitted to speak with reporters about policy or
internal office matters.
POLITICS AND CAMPAIGN POLICY
Under no circumstances are you permitted to discuss or engage in politics or
campaigning on Senate grounds.
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