Policy Communications Intern (DC, Part-Time)

Abundance Network; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bipartisan Policy Center invites applications for its Spring Internship Program in Washington, DC. Interns work 18–20 hours weekly, support the Communications team, and gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, media outreach, and digital engagement while assisting policy initiatives.

Eligibility includes undergrad rising juniors or grads within 12 months; non-U.S. citizens may apply with work authorization but visa sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students at rising junior level or above, currently enrolled graduate students, or graduates within the past 12 months.
• Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply but must have a valid work permit or visa verifying eligibility to work in the United States. BPC does not offer visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and reporting on earned media coverage
• Maintaining and building targeted press lists
• Conducting industry, organizational, and media research and analysis
• Drafting press releases, media pitches, event language, talking points, and social media content
• Designing and creating digital materials for events and social media campaigns

Skills

Public policy interest

Strong writing

Editing ability

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Digital media

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Bipartisan Policy Center invites applications for its Spring Internship Program in Washington, DC. Interns work 18–20 hours weekly, support the Communications team, and gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, media outreach, and digital engagement while assisting policy initiatives.

Eligibility includes undergrad rising juniors or grads within 12 months; non-U.S. citizens may apply with work authorization but visa sponsorship is not provided.