Government Relations Intern (Part-time)

Otis SE; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis SE, a global leader in elevators and escalators, invites applications for a Government Relations Intern to be based in the Washington DC metro area with flexible remote work and periodic on-site engagement as needed.

Availability is immediate. The role offers exposure to corporate government relations strategy, research, and writing, plus coordination with US-China initiatives and major policy groups; you will help track developments and prepare briefs in a fast-moving, global organization.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in public policy, political science, or related field.
• Strong analytical and written communication skills.
• Interest in public policy or corporate engagement.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with PAC tracking, reporting, and compliance.
• Support research and analysis related to ESG efforts.
• Provide coordination support for USCBC and Business Roundtable engagement.
• Track legislative and policy developments.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and summaries.
• Support general team operations.

Skills

Strong analytical and written

Strong organization and attention to

Interest in public policy

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in public policy, political science, business, or related field

Job description

Government Relations Intern Role introduction

Moving people. Shaping the future. At Otis, we take pride in leading the industry we founded – elevators, escalators and moving walkways. We became an independent, publicly traded company in early 2020 and are excited about our future as we implement our Otis Vision Statement: we give people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. We feel there has never been a better time to join our team.

Availability: Immediate hire Location: Washington DC Metro Area (flexible/remote with periodic on-site engagement as needed)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Political Action Committee (PAC) tracking, reporting, and compliance
• Support research and analysis related to the Center for Political Accountability (CPA/Zicklin) Index and broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts
• Provide coordination support for U.S.-China Business Council (USCBC) and Business Roundtable engagement
• Track legislative and policy developments
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and summaries
• Support general team operations

Learning Objectives

• Exposure to corporate government relations strategy
• Strengthen research, analysis, and writing skills
• Understand external stakeholder engagement and coordination

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in public policy, political science, business, or related field
• Strong analytical and written communication skills
• Interest in public policy or corporate engagement
• Strong organization and attention to detail

The hourly range for this role is $22/hr to $33/hr. We may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers!

We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do.

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential.

Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.