DC Government Intern: Research, Writing & Policy

Holland & Knight; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage (PPO/HD

Dental and vision plans

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Health FSAs/HSAs

Dependent care FSAs

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Holland & Knight is seeking a Government Intern based in our Washington, D.C. office. The internship is structured around the academic semester and summer schedule and is paid.

Interns work 18–30 hours per week and participate in hearings, research, memos, and client presentations within the Government Group. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in government processes, support for the lobbying practice, and opportunities to interact with senior professionals.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong writing skills are an essential requirement.
• Applied understanding of executive and legislative branch processes will be valuable.
• Experience or a previous internship in government sector is valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substantive issue research.
• Attend congressional and executive branch agency hearings.
• Draft memorandums.
• Prepare presentations for client meetings.
• Provide general administrative support to our Washington, DC-based lobbying practice group.
• Participate in meetings with the firm's senior personnel to discuss their practices, backgrounds, and experiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong writing skills

Understanding of government processes

Government internship experience

Education

Enrolled as student (current)

Job description

Holland & Knight is seeking a Government Intern based in our Washington, D.C. office. The internship is structured around the academic semester and summer schedule and is paid.

Interns work 18–30 hours per week and participate in hearings, research, memos, and client presentations within the Government Group. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in government processes, support for the lobbying practice, and opportunities to interact with senior professionals.