Policy & Government Affairs Intern (DC)

Lever, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 6,400 - 8,600; Full time

Job summary

Competitive Enterprise Institute is seeking a Government Affairs Intern in Washington, DC as part of the Koch Internship Program run by Stand Together Fellowships. This in-person internship offers experience with CEI's regulatory affairs and policy teams, with a stipend of $7,500 per year for full-time participants.

Interns gain professional development, leadership training, and hands-on opportunities to work on policy research, track legislation, and engage with CEI experts across policy areas.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a strong interest in policy and politics, capitalism and economics, and libertarian/conservative principles.
• Applicants must have strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Applicants must possess a professional demeanor and the ability to handle confidential and private information.
• Applicants should be able to work independently, effectively, and efficiently.
• A basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CEI’s legislative and regulatory affairs outreach.
• Track bills and rules.
• Attend Congressional hearings or agency meetings.
• Monitor policy news and help prepare briefing materials.
• Policy research and writing opportunities.

Skills

Policy interest

Research skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Competitive Enterprise Institute is seeking a Government Affairs Intern in Washington, DC as part of the Koch Internship Program run by Stand Together Fellowships. This in-person internship offers experience with CEI's regulatory affairs and policy teams, with a stipend of $7,500 per year for full-time participants.

Interns gain professional development, leadership training, and hands-on opportunities to work on policy research, track legislation, and engage with CEI experts across policy areas.