Remote Government Affairs Intern — Policy & Equity Focus

Marshall University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) offers a Government Affairs internship for students and recent graduates who want hands-on policy experience at the federal level.

Interns track legislation, attend hearings, prepare materials, and engage with external partners, contributing to CBPP’s mission to reduce poverty and advance equity. Remote internship with potential in-office hybrid options in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• Strong research, writing, and communications skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities and time management.
• Interest in CBPP’s policy areas and racial equity.

Responsibilities

• Track current legislation and amendments moving through the congressional process.
• Attend congressional hearings/markups and policy events; summarize debates.
• Monitor statements from policymakers and experts; maintain grids and records.
• Prepare meeting, briefing, and presentation materials.
• Formulate responses to information requests from external partners.
• Maintain a SharePoint database of congressional staff and coalition contacts.

Skills

Research skills

Writing ability

Communications

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Policy interest

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate student

Recent graduate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) offers a Government Affairs internship for students and recent graduates who want hands-on policy experience at the federal level.

Interns track legislation, attend hearings, prepare materials, and engage with external partners, contributing to CBPP’s mission to reduce poverty and advance equity. Remote internship with potential in-office hybrid options in Washington, DC.