Strategic Engagement Internship — Paid, Hybrid (DC)

Colonial Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers a substantive internship program designed for aspiring leaders. Interns gain hands-on experience in research, writing, policy, communications, and event preparation while networking with colleagues and senior executives.

Responsibilities include researching, drafting memos, content creation, and event planning across departments. The program runs Feb 1–Apr 9, with part-time in-office presence and a hybrid schedule in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or graduate program or have graduated within the past six months.
• Open to paid internship students who meet CPT/OPT requirements.
• Internship requires U.S. work authorization and is based in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and drafting memos to support policy and program goals.
• Create content and assist with event planning and coordination.
• Support department activities across research, writing, communications, and outreach.
• Engage with internal teams to build professional skills and networks.

Skills

Research

Writing

Database management

Policy

Communications

Event preparation

Drafting memos

Content creation

Event planning

Job description

U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers a substantive internship program designed for aspiring leaders. Interns gain hands-on experience in research, writing, policy, communications, and event preparation while networking with colleagues and senior executives.

Responsibilities include researching, drafting memos, content creation, and event planning across departments. The program runs Feb 1–Apr 9, with part-time in-office presence and a hybrid schedule in Washington, DC.