Remote Public Affairs Intern - Policy & Community Impact

Symetra; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Symetra invites applicants for a Public Affairs Intern role. This fully remote internship exposes you to external affairs, public policy, and community engagement.

You will work on projects across Public Affairs, Community Relations, and Social Impact, including event support and grant processes, gaining experience in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, research, and writing. The program emphasizes inclusion, CSR initiatives, and a commitment to serving underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior student seeking a degree from an accredited program.
• Demonstrated interest in public policy, government relations, community relations, corporate responsibility or public affairs.
• Leadership experiences such as volunteering or helping others are preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment.
• Knowledge and curiosity about public policy, current events and government affairs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, summarize legislation, track current events, and write policy briefs.
• Watch government and community webinars and hearings; synthesize key points and circulate notes internally.
• Assist team during conferences and meetings, including tracking and summarizing meetings with policymakers.
• Help Community Relations with employee engagement events supporting nonprofits or partnerships.
• Draft community event invitations and coordinate participant responses.
• Assist with administering the CSR grant process for Symetra Empowers Communities.

Skills

Public policy interest

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration and teamwork

Event attendance capability

Policy research and analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership experience

Education

Pursuing degree from accredited higher education program

Job description

Symetra invites applicants for a Public Affairs Intern role. This fully remote internship exposes you to external affairs, public policy, and community engagement.

You will work on projects across Public Affairs, Community Relations, and Social Impact, including event support and grant processes, gaining experience in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, research, and writing. The program emphasizes inclusion, CSR initiatives, and a commitment to serving underserved communities.