Policy & Government Affairs Intern - Spring Fellowship

K&L Gates LLP incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

K&L Gates LLP is seeking Government Affairs Interns for a Spring 2027 program in Washington, DC, within the Public Policy and Law Practice. You will work with a team to learn about the federal legislative process and to engage in policy affairs for clients.

The internship offers exposure to research, briefing materials and interactions with Capitol Hill offices. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Current college student with interest in federal legislation and politics.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Highly motivated

Responsibilities

• Assist Government Affairs Specialists and policy professionals.
• Monitor press and Capitol Hill publications on topics of interest to clients.
• Assist with research, creating charts and legislation, policy and politics projects.
• Compile briefing books for attorneys and clients.
• Deliver and retrieve documents from Capitol Hill for the firm and clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Motivated

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Internet

Job description

K&L Gates LLP is seeking Government Affairs Interns for a Spring 2027 program in Washington, DC, within the Public Policy and Law Practice. You will work with a team to learn about the federal legislative process and to engage in policy affairs for clients.

The internship offers exposure to research, briefing materials and interactions with Capitol Hill offices. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.