Policy Intern, Public Sector (Part-Time)

Information Technology Industry Council (ITI); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) is seeking a Policy Intern for the Public Sector program in Washington, DC. The role supports federal and state policy advocacy on technology acquisition, cybersecurity, and AI, with duties across research, drafting inputs, and coordination within the Public Sector team.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in political science or related fields, with strong written and oral communication skills and a solid academic record.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in political science, public policy, international affairs/relations, business, or a related field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to write clearly about policy.
• Strong academic record with interest in public sector and tech policy issues.
• Experience conducting research.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory and policy developments in the United States pertaining to technology acquisition.
• Create and maintain internal tracking sheets for policy developments and data.
• Assist in drafting inputs for fact sheets, position papers, letters, comments, and other materials.
• Collaborate with the Public Sector team and ITI to support advocacy efforts.
• Attend meetings and produce readouts on policy issues related to procurement.
• Coordinate advocacy efforts and manage strategic project implementation.
• Support the team as a self-starter with ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication on complex tech topics.
• Show a solid academic background and interest in public sector IT policy.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Research experience

Public policy knowledge

Education

Undergraduate student in political science/public policy/intl affairs/business

Job description

The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) is the premier global advocate for technology, representing the world’s mostinnovativecompanies. Founded in 1916, ITI is an international trade association with a team of professionals on four continents.We promote public policies and industry standards that advance competition and innovation worldwide.Our diverse membership and expert staff provide policymakers the broadest perspective and thought leadership from technology , hardware, software, services, and related industries.

ITI is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

Position:

Policy Intern, Public Sector (Part-Time)

Location:

Washington, DC

Job Id:

195

# of Openings:

1

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Public Sector Policy, the Policy Intern will work on government contracting, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and other issues that impact the ability of federal and state governments to buy and use information technology. This role is U.S.-facing and supports the advocacy activities of the Public Sector team.

Your responsibilities:

• Monitor regulatory, and policy developments in the United States pertaining to acquisition of technology
• Create and maintain internal tracking sheets for policy developments, and other data as necessary
• Assist in drafting inputs for fact sheets, position papers, letters, comments, and other written materials as assigned
• Work collaboratively with the Public Sector team and other teams within ITI to support ITI’s advocacy efforts
• Attend internal and external meetings on acquisition regulatory policy-related issues and produce readouts
• Help coordinate Public Sector team advocacy efforts and manage the implementation of strategic projects that the team is undertaking
• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in political science, public policy, international affairs/relations, business, or a related field
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely about complex technology and policy topics
• Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest and knowledge of public sector and technology policy issues
• Experience conducting research

Your intangibles:

• Self-starter that can independently handle tasks
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize competing tasks, and meet deadlines
• Team player that possesses sound judgment and demonstrates professionalism

Pay rate:

$18.50/h

ITI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.