Senate Policy Intern

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Senate invites applications for the position of Senate Policy Intern for the 2027 General Session of the Utah Legislature. This internship provides the opportunity to work on substantive policy issues under the direction of the Senate’s Senior Policy Advisor. This is a full-time, seasonal, nonpartisan position.

Interns do not perform any campaign work. The Utah Senate serves all senators and is dedicated to maintaining a neutral stance in all aspects of its work.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program or hold a bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrate strong research and analytical skills.
• Completely accurate and detail-oriented in research and reporting.
• Demonstrate strong, technical, and concise writing skills.
• Synthesize complex written information with clarity, conciseness, and well-reasoned analysis.
• Respond effectively to suggestions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and trust when working with multiple senators and staff.
• Use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Operate the basic functionality of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing policy proposals related to draft legislation.
• Writing summaries of proposed legislation.
• Tracking key legislation through the legislative process.
• Preparing written reports on outcomes of key legislation.
• Completing research projects related to pending legislation.
• Facilitating administrative processes for prioritizing legislation, including for the Senate Rules Committee.

Skills

Strong writing

Research skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Confidentiality

Grammar and punctuation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

SENATE POLICY INTERN

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is not eligible for benefits.
Salary – $21.00 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Jennifer Fife | [e-mail] | [phone]
Application Deadline – 10/9/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Utah Senate invites applications for the position of Senate Policy Intern for the 2027 General Session of the Utah Legislature. This internship provides the opportunity to work on substantive policy issues under the direction of the Senate’s Senior Policy Advisor. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate strong writing and research skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage demanding workloads with sound judgment. This position requires intellectual rigor, adaptability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and discretion are essential.
This is a full-time, seasonal, nonpartisan position. Interns do not perform any campaign work. The Utah Senate serves all senators and is dedicated to maintaining a neutral stance in all aspects of its work.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The Policy Intern will assist in developing and tracking major policy initiatives during the 2027 General Session. Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing policy proposals related to draft legislation
• Writing summaries of proposed legislation
• Tracking key legislation through the legislative process
• Preparing written reports on outcomes of key legislation
• Completing research projects related to pending legislation
• Facilitating administrative processes for prioritizing legislation, including for the Senate Rules Committee

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program or hold a bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrate strong research and analytical skills
• Completely accurate and detail-oriented in research and reporting
• Demonstrate strong, technical, and concise writing skills
• Synthesize complex written information with clarity, conciseness, and well-reasoned analysis
• Respond effectively to suggestions
• Maintain strict confidentiality and trust when working with multiple senators and staff
• Use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Operate the basic functionality of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in a graduate-degree program or hold a bachelor’s degree
• Prior work or internship experience in government, economics, political science, law or a related field

ABOUT THE ROLE

Location – Capitol Hill
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114
United States

Schedule Code – AN – Employees of the Legislature. At will: Employees in this position serve at the pleasure of the appointing officer in an at-will status and may be terminated at any time without cause. This is not a career service position.

Pay – $21.00 hourly. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Start Date – January 4-March 10, 2027 (start and end dates are flexible). This position typically requires 40–50 hours per week. Standard hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours expected toward the end of the legislative session.
Dress – Business professional attire is required.

THE AGENCY

For more information on the Utah Senate, please visit our website.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Utah is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability. Reasonable accommodations provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodations to complete the application process, contact Mark Thomas at 801-708-5181.