Legislative Intern -- 2026 MGA Session

Southern Arkansas University; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Travel stipend

Job summary

An educational association is seeking a part-time Legislative Intern for the upcoming Maryland General Assembly session. This role involves legislative research, advocacy, and administrative support, and offers flexibility with remote work options and travel. A bachelor's degree is preferred, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. The position requires working collaboratively and engaging in various legislative activities. Interested candidates should apply with a letter of interest and resume by November 1, 2025.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace – Google Drive, Docs, etc.
• Previous experience with the Maryland General Assembly is highly regarded.
• Experience in education policy and legislative work is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Research legislative, policy, and fiscal issues related to education legislation.
• Assist in advocating for PSSAM’s annual legislative priorities.
• Provide internal administrative support to manage PSSAM’s legislative database.
• Assist in reviewing legislation and monitoring related hearings.
• Provide assistance in preparation of written and oral testimony for PSSAM.
• Provide logistical support for PSSAM’s advocacy activities.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Executive Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well as part of a team

Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills

Proficient in Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

General Description

The Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Legislative Intern for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session.

This is a 25-30 hour/week paid position from December 2025 to April 2026, with considerable flexibility. It is largely a remote position with the exception of one to two monthly in-person meetings, and periodic travel to Annapolis during the 2026 session of the Maryland General Assembly. A travel stipend will be provided as a supplement to the hourly paid rate.

Specific Duties and Expectations

• Research legislative, policy, and fiscal issues related to education legislation, regulations, and state workgroups to inform PSSAM’s written and oral testimony, correspondence, social media, and other communications.
• Assist in advocating for PSSAM’s annual legislative priorities.
• Provide internal administrative support to manage PSSAM’s legislative database.
• Assist in reviewing legislation and monitoring related hearings.
• Provide assistance in preparation of written and oral testimony for PSSAM and its superintendent members.
• Provide logistical support for PSSAM’s advocacy activities including scheduling, attending and monitoring meetings with individual legislators, legislative committees/subcommittees, the State Board of Education, state workgroups and other stakeholders.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Executive Director or any member of PSSAM.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace – Google Drive, Docs, etc.
• Previous experience with the Maryland General Assembly is highly regarded.
• Experience in education policy and legislative work is preferred, but not required.

Qualified candidates should respond with a letter of interest and resume to [e-mail]. The position remains open until filled; however, letters of interest should be received by November 1, 2025 for full consideration. Candidates should be prepared to provide letters of recommendation and writing samples upon request. This is a contractual position.

PSSAM may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of a respondent to provide the specified work, including contacting former employers provided by the candidate upon request.