Federal Policy Intern - Legislative & Research (DC)

University of California Office of the President; Washington; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Legislative Intern for Winter 2027 at the University of California Office of the President provides legislative, policy, and administrative support to Federal Governmental Relations staff in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes proactive collaboration and learning while assisting with written materials, reports, and advocacy tasks.

The ideal candidate is an undergraduate UC student in the UCDC Washington program, capable of teamwork, analysis, and effective communication in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must be a University of California undergraduate student participating in the UCDC Washington program.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated interest and/or prior experience in federal policymaking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track development and progress of federal legislation impacting UC.
• Develop opportunities to share UC federal priorities with federal stakeholders.
• Identify and report on opportunities and obstacles to UC's federal policy priorities.
• Complete a lobbying capstone project on an agreed-upon issue of importance to UC FGR.
• Assist in scheduling meetings with federal stakeholders and executing advocacy events.
• Assist in development and distribution of advocacy materials to stakeholders at UC and within the federal government.
• Assist in training and preparing stakeholders for meetings with federal officials.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal communications

Strong organizational skills

Interest/experience in federal policym

Education

High school graduate

UC undergraduate student participating in UCDC Washington program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Legislative Intern for Winter 2027 at the University of California Office of the President provides legislative, policy, and administrative support to Federal Governmental Relations staff in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes proactive collaboration and learning while assisting with written materials, reports, and advocacy tasks.

The ideal candidate is an undergraduate UC student in the UCDC Washington program, capable of teamwork, analysis, and effective communication in a fast-paced