Policy Intern – State Senate (Minority)

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Senate is seeking a Senate Minority Policy Intern for the 2027 General Session. The role supports the Senate Democratic Caucus by monitoring legislation, tracking bill progress, and assisting with members’ policy priorities.

A significant portion involves updating tracking spreadsheets and data analysis. The intern will work closely with the Minority Caucus Administrator, perform policy research, and maintain accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with bill tracking, the Utah Legislature’s policy process, and the Utah Legislature’s online tracking tools.
• Previous experience in policy, communications, or government settings.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a bachelor’s degree program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research and preparation on substantive policy issues.
• Organize, code, and manage data using Google Sheets.
• Research, writing, and analytical tasks with attention to detail.
• Synthesize complex information clearly and concisely.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with senators and staff.
• Support tracking legislation and updating tracking spreadsheets.

Skills

Bill tracking familiarity

Policy research

Government experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress or completed

Tools

Google Sheets

Job description

Utah Senate is seeking a Senate Minority Policy Intern for the 2027 General Session. The role supports the Senate Democratic Caucus by monitoring legislation, tracking bill progress, and assisting with members’ policy priorities.

A significant portion involves updating tracking spreadsheets and data analysis. The intern will work closely with the Minority Caucus Administrator, perform policy research, and maintain accurate documentation.