Spring 2027 Girls Inc. Public Policy Internship

Girls Incorporated; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 7,600 - 9,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Girls Inc. invites applications for a Public Policy Office internship in Washington, DC. The part-time role requires 15 hours per week across 2–4 days, with in-person attendance on two standing days.

The DC team operates in hybrid fashion, and the intern will contribute to research, drafting briefs, and grassroots outreach. Selected interns will support communications, policy materials, and event planning, with opportunities to engage in congressional briefings and advocacy efforts.

Qualifications

• At least a sophomore in college
• Ability to commit 15 hours spread over 2-4 days per week on a hybrid (remote and in-person) schedule
• Our team is in person two standing days per week. The intern must be based in the DC area and available to come into the office on one of those days.
• Demonstrated interest in public policy; nonprofits; advocacy; and/or issues affecting girls and women
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Willingness to challenge yourself and learn new skills
• Passionate about the policy areas on our National Policy and Advocacy Platform

Responsibilities

• Researching and tracking legislation and other policy initiatives affecting girls
• Researching and drafting issue briefs and other policy materials
• Helping to plan and prepare for meetings and other events
• Supporting our grassroots engagement efforts
• Drafting communications to affiliates and network of supporters (including social media content)
• Drafting action alerts, letters, and other communications to elected officials and the broader public.
• Representing Girls Inc. are virtual and in-person meetings
• Attending virtual congressional briefings, hearings, and receptions

Skills

Public policy interest

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Willingness to learn

Advocacy

Education

Sophomore in college

Job description

Description

Location: Washington D.C.

Hours: Part time, 15 hours a week. Our team is in person two standing days per week. The selected intern candidate must be able to be in the office at least part of those two days.

Benefits: A $750 stipend will be provided.

All applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample within the application platform (no longer than 1-2 pages, ideally policy or advocacy related) by 11:59 p.m. on December 2, 2026.

ABOUT US

Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. We work with schools and in communities to provide the mentoring relationships, safe spaces, and evidence-based programming that are proven to help girls succeed. Girls build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead change in their lives and affect change in the world. Girls Inc. also works with and for girls to advance legislation and policies that increase opportunities for all girls. The Girls Inc. Public Policy Office leads this work and helps increase the capacity of our affiliates and girls to engage in advocacy, at the federal, state, and local levels. Together with partners and supporters, we are building a new generation of leaders.

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

The Public Policy office intern will support the team’s work in a variety of ways, including:

• Researching and tracking legislation and other policy initiatives affecting girls
• Researching and drafting issue briefs and other policy materials
• Helping to plan and prepare for meetings and other events
• Supporting our grassroots engagement efforts
• Drafting communications to our affiliates and network of supporters (including social media content)
• Drafting action alerts, letters, and other communications to elected officials and the broader public.
• Representing Girls Inc. are virtual and in-person meetings
• Attending virtual congressional briefings, hearings, and receptions

Because the DC team is small, the intern will have many opportunities to observe and participate in substantive work to implement Girls Inc.’s public policy priorities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least a sophomore in college
• Ability to commit 15 hours spread over 2-4 days per week on a hybrid (remote and in-person) schedule
• Our team is in person two standing days per week. The intern must be based in the DC area and available to come into the office on one of those days.
• Demonstrated interest in public policy; nonprofits; advocacy; and/or issues affecting girls and women
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Willingness to challenge yourself and learn new skills
• Passionate about the policy areas on our National Policy and Advocacy Platform

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample within the application platform (no longer than 1-2 pages, ideally policy or advocacy related) by 11:59 p.m. on December 2, 2026.

Girls Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.