Policy & Research Intern (Paid) – Washington, DC

Stand Together

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 6,800 - 8,300

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Stand Together Fellowships administers the Koch Internship Program (KIP), a paid experiential learning opportunity for early-career professionals, with CEI and partner nonprofits across the United States. The role is in-person in Washington, D.C., offering professional development and leadership training tied to public policy challenges.

Eligibility spans undergraduate, graduate, law students, and recent graduates authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

  • Applicants must have a strong interest in policy and politics, capitalism and libertarian/conservative principles.
  • Strong research, writing, and organizational skills are required.
  • A professional demeanor and the ability to handle confidential information; ability to work independently and efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Research policy issues including regulatory reform, banking and finance, energy and environment, tech and telecom, antitrust, trade, labor, transportation, healthcare, and asset forfeiture.
  • Work with CEI policy experts to support internship projects.
  • Assist in communications, marketing, philanthropy/fundraising, government affairs, events, litigation, IT as opportunities arise.

Skills

Research
Writing
Organizational skills
Microsoft Word
Excel
Outlook

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate/Law student

Tools

Microsoft Word
Excel
Outlook

Job description

Stand Together Fellowships administers the Koch Internship Program (KIP), a paid experiential learning opportunity for early-career professionals, with CEI and partner nonprofits across the United States. The role is in-person in Washington, D.C., offering professional development and leadership training tied to public policy challenges.

Eligibility spans undergraduate, graduate, law students, and recent graduates authorized to work in the United States.

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