DC Policy & Legislative Operations Intern

AeroVironment, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

Housing stipend

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Washington Operations Intern to support government relations and marketing efforts in Arlington, VA.

This onsite role focuses on compiling daily analyses of political news, monitoring legislative activities, and assisting with congressional activities to educate and advocate within federal resource allocation. The internship lasts 12 weeks and is paid, with relocation/housing reimbursement possible for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field.
• Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA in current degree program.
• Strong interest in government relations, public policy, and advocacy.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Legislative Affairs team with content creation, knowledge management, briefing materials, and engagement tracking.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory activities, including congressional hearings and meetings.
• Assist with planning and preparation for executive engagements in the Washington, DC area.
• Assist with planning and preparation for visits by Members of Congress and staff to AV facilities.
• Help coordinate the execution of the AV Political Action Committee.
• Support AV’s legislative affairs strategy to facilitate strategic business growth initiatives, including engagement strategy with Members of Congress, Committees, and other stakeholders to increase support for AV customer programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Political science

Public policy

Legal studies

Research

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pursuing degree in Political Science/Public Policy/Law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Washington Operations Intern to support government relations and marketing efforts in Arlington, VA.

This onsite role focuses on compiling daily analyses of political news, monitoring legislative activities, and assisting with congressional activities to educate and advocate within federal resource allocation. The internship lasts 12 weeks and is paid, with relocation/housing reimbursement possible for eligible candidates.