Policy & Capitol Events Intern — Council Logistics

Communities Foundation of Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Communities Foundation of Texas seeks an Education Policy Intern to support Educate Texas initiatives in Austin. The role focuses on coordinating council advocacy days, Capitol events, and teaching-learning activities with 20 hours per week, under hybrid working conditions.

The six-month internship runs January through June 2027. The position requires a bachelor’s degree, US work authorization, and strong organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree in progress preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in education, government, public policy, or related fields.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Can contribute with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite for meeting materials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate council advocacy days and Capitol events, including registration, lists, schedules, briefing packets, and logistics.
• Plan council meetings in virtual and in-person formats under policy director guidance.
• Draft meeting notes and maintain follow-up action logs for council meetings.
• Source content for Educate Texas Policy communications and legislative documents during session.
• Assist with bill tracking and maintain organized advocacy materials.

Skills

Education policy interest

Professional communication

Scheduling

Meeting-technology

Recordkeeping

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Communities Foundation of Texas seeks an Education Policy Intern to support Educate Texas initiatives in Austin. The role focuses on coordinating council advocacy days, Capitol events, and teaching-learning activities with 20 hours per week, under hybrid working conditions.

The six-month internship runs January through June 2027. The position requires a bachelor’s degree, US work authorization, and strong organizational skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.