Federal Governmental Relations Internship - Spring 2027

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Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory seeks an intern studying Political Science, International Studies, English, or related field to join the Federal Governmental Affairs team in Washington, DC. The position provides administrative and research support to INL's government relations staff, with a 9x80 onsite schedule in DC.

The internship offers hands-on exposure to legislative processes, meetings, and communications, with compensation by hourly rate and potential course credit depending on university

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or master’s program in Political Science, International Studies, English, or related field.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (CPT/OPT) required.
• Current resume or CV.
• Unofficial transcripts included.
• Current class schedule and number of credits.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support meetings for the INL-DC office.
• Greet and assist office visitors.
• Assist with office reimbursements.
• Attend congressional hearings and summarize key takeaways.
• Track media coverage and legislative activity.
• Complete a semester-long legislative research project with mentor.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Office support

Microsoft Office

Education

GPA 3.0

Undergraduate or Master’s student

Work authorization (CPT/OPT)

Resume/CV

Transcripts

Class schedule/credits

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking an intern studying Political Science, International Studies, English, or a related field to join the Federal Governmental Affairs team. The Federal Government Relations intern will provide administrative and research support to INL's government relations staff. Strong written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and supporting meetings for the INL-DC office
• Welcoming and assisting office visitors
• Assisting with office reimbursements
• Attending congressional hearings relevant to INL and summarizing key takeaways
• Tracking relevant media coverage and legislative activity
• Completing a semester-long legislative research project in consultation with a mentor
• Performing other duties as assigned, based on the needs of the office

This team works a 9x80 schedule onsite at our Washington DC office. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability. You may be eligible for course credit for this internship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled full time in an Undergraduate Degree Program, or Master's Degree Program at an accredited college/university studying Political Science, International Studies, English, or other related field.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT).
• Current Resume or CV.
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs).
• Current class schedule and number of credits.

Compensation:

• Undergraduate Internships ($26.94 - $29.79 per hour)
• Masters Internships ($35.34 per hour)
• Multi-Level: Internships are typically multi-level posting and you will be placed at theappropriate leveldependent on degree field and level of education.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds withoutassistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people isrequired. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.