2027 Public Affairs Summer Internship

Symetra Financial Corporation; Farmington (CT); Remote; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Away

401k

Remote Work

Job summary

Symetra is offering a Public Affairs Internship focused on external affairs, policy analysis, and community engagement. You will assist with research, summaries of legislation, and event support for CSR initiatives, including grant processes and community partnerships.

Fully remote internship with in-person event opportunities in the Greater Seattle and Bellevue area; ideal for a rising junior or senior student pursuing a degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Interest in public policy, government relations and CSR.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, solution-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, summarize legislation, track current events, and draft policy briefs.
• Attend government/community webinars and hearings; summarize key points for internal use.
• Support team during conferences and meetings, tracking outcomes with policymakers.
• Assist Community Relations with employee engagement events and nonprofit partnerships.
• Draft community event invitations and coordinate responses.
• Help administer the Symetra Empowers Communities grant process with stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Interest in public policy

Collaboration in fast-paced env

Public policy & government affairs

Attend events in Seattle/Bellevue area

Education

Rising junior or senior student

Job description

You may have seen in the media that job posting scams are on the rise. Symetra is committed to creating a positive candidate experience without putting you at risk. As such, applications for our open job postings are only collected through our secure career site and we are transparent about our. We also do not send funds to candidates or request funds from candidates, via check or otherwise. To check the status of your application, log into your candidate profile. If you would like to report suspicious recruiting activity or potential fraud please .- Relevant skills and experience will be listed so you know why those jobs are a match## Job DescriptionSymetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a **Public Affairs Intern**!**About the program**At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That's our way of describing people that can be and doing what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.The Symetra Public Affairs internship exposes candidates to the intersection of external affairs, public policy, and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in public policy and mission-driven work, along with a commitment to social justice and community engagement. Participants will assist with projects within the Public Affairs, Community Relations and Social Impact portfolios, including external engagement, event help, and project support; availability is needed in-person as well as virtual tasks.**Your responsibilities may include*** Conducting research, summarizing legislation, tracking current events, and writing policy briefs* Watching government and community webinars and hearings, synthesizing key points and circulating notes internally* Assisting team members during conferences and meetings, including tracking and summarizing meetings and events with federal, state, and local policymakers* Helping Community Relations with employee engagement events to support nonprofits or support sports partnerships* Drafting community event invitations and coordinating participant responses* Assisting with administering the grant process for Symetra Empowers Communities, the company's corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, including grant application review, tracking, coordination with internal and external stakeholders.You will leave this internship with effective communications, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, research, and writing skills; and increased knowledge of and experience with CSR initiatives.**What we offer you**Fully remote internship - we ship you the equipment you need to enjoy work from the comfort of home.**Required education, experience and skills:*** A rising junior or senior student seeking a degree from an accredited higher education program* Demonstrated interest in public policy, government relations, community relations, corporate responsibility or public affairs* Preference for students with leadership experiences such as volunteering or helping others* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Willingness and ability to collaborate and adapt in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment* Knowledge and curiosity about public policy, current events and government affairs, political science, community stakeholder engagement* Ability to attend events in-person in the Greater Seattle and Bellevue area**We empower inclusion**At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.**Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom**Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.For more information about our careers visit:**Work Authorization**Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.**Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:**As a remote-first organization with a cameras-on culture, reliable internet connectivity is important to how we connect, collaborate, and serve our customers. To support a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:* Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of \"broadband.\"* Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.* Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.**Identity Verification**Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. 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