Government Affairs Internship

CAIR Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 5,580 - 11,160; Part time

Job summary

CAIR Houston is seeking a Government Affairs intern to assist in government relations, advocacy, and administrative functions. The role involves conducting legislative research, participating in community engagement, and summarizing governmental hearings. Candidates should be college students or recent graduates in government or related fields. A monthly stipend of $500-$1,000 will be provided, depending on the number of interns selected. The position is located in Houston, Texas, with potential travel to Austin.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college or a recent graduate.
• Previous government or advocacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legislative research and policy analysis.
• Participate in Get Out the Vote campaigns.
• Attend and summarize hearings and briefings.
• Assist in tracking legislation.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Basic knowledge of legislative processes

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in government, public policy, or related field

Job description

Location & Reporting

Preferred Houston; those residing in Austin and DFW welcome and encouraged to apply. Reports to: Civic Engagement Organizer

Position Overview

The Government Affairs intern will work closely with the CAIR Texas Civic Engagement Organizer to fulfill government relations, communications and administrative functions. CAIR Texas; expanding government affairs department coordinates statewide advocacy work on issues of public policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legislative research and policy analysis on issues facing the Texas Muslim community
• Participate in grass roots Get Out the Vote campaigns and community engagement
• Attend and summarize hearings and briefings at the City Council of their residing city and other government events.
• May require infrequent travel to Austin for any statewide hearings that cannot be monitored virtually.
• Assist the department in tracking legislation.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in college or be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in government, public policy, international relations, or another related field
• Previous government or advocacy experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of legislative processes
• Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to write quickly and effectively under deadline
• Demonstrates follow-through and time management skills with assigned tasks

Compensation

Selected participants will receive a monthly stipend of $500-$1,000 (depending on the number of interns selected).