Organization/ Contact Information | Brief | Type of Internship | Title | Paid/ Unpaid | Dates | Application Deadline |
| The Federation for American Immigration Reform hr @fairus.org | Intern will provide research and editorial support to the Director of Research. Duties include: editing; proofreading; topical research; data collection; fact checking; designing charts, graphs and tables. | Lobbyist | Research Analyst Intern | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| General Delegation of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) ssmalley @plodelegation.us | This internship provides substantive experience in a political environment where the intern will be exposed to a broad range of political issues, diplomatic advocacy projects, and the day-to-day operations of a foreign mission. | Lobbyist | Public Affairs Intern | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| The Democracy Fund | The Democracy Fund is a bipartisan foundation established by eBay founder and philanthropist Pierre Omidyar to help ensure that the American people come first in our democracy. We invest in organizations working to ensure that our political system is able to withstand new challenges and deliver on its promise to the American people. | Lobbyist | Democracy Fund Graduate Internship | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Charles Koch Institute recruiting @charleskochinstitute.org | KFP is a suite of three separate programs that all provide a focused educational experience geared toward furthering participants' knowledge, skills, and professional network within a specific field (communications, development, or policy). | Lobbyist | Koch Internship Program | Paid | N/A | December -March |
| The Nature Conservancy applyhelp @tnc.org | The Nature Conservancy hires undergraduate students. Graduate students, or recent college graduates to fill paid internship positions during a 10-week summer internship. Our mission is to provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and the real-world conservation work that contributes to the health and sustainability of our world. | Lobbyist | U.S. Government Relations GLOBE Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| The National Endowment for Democracy jobs @ned.org | Students with a strong interest in the study and support of democracy around the world are encouraged to apply. All internships are posted until filled. | Lobbyist | Gov't Affairs, Foreign Policy/ International Affairs Internships | Unpaid | Begins June 5th | February 1st |
| National Cattlemen's Beef Association internship @beef.org | This internship is a unique chance for students interested in the beef industry and federal policy. Interns will have the opportunity to engage with NCBA and PLC staff on several fronts including policy, communications and membership and will work closely with the lobbying and regulatory teams to advance policies important to the beef and sheep industries. | Lobbyist | Public Policy Internship | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| Americans for Financial Reform AFRLegalInternship @gmail.com | We are a public-interest group dedicated to fundamental reform of Wall Street, and to rooting out the abuses built into financial products such as payday loans and private student loans. Senator Elizabeth Warren helped found AFR, which played a pivotal role in creating and defending her vision of a strong Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In broader terms, we are committed to holding Wall Street accountable and to the goal of a smaller, simpler financial system that serves the needs of the society as a whole. | NGO | Law Student Internship | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Business Executives for National Security internships @bens.org | Research Associates are given substantive research and writing assignments in a variety of BENS' major project areas. These include topics that lead to improving the Business of National Security such as reducing infrastructure and overhead, streamlining processes, and implementing efficiencies in process and product within and across agencies. | NGO | Research Associate | Paid | N/A | April 1st |
| QGA Public Affairs employment @qga.com | QGA Public Affairs welcomes applications from juniors, seniors, and recent graduates majoring in government, political science or public affairs for summer internships. | NGO | Government Affairs Internship | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Center for International Policy internships @ciponline.org | A number of internships are available. Unfortunately, at this time all internships are unpaid. Please see our website for more information | NGO | Policy & PR Internships | Unpaid | May-August | March at latest |
| Coalition for Human Rights in Development contact @rightsindevelopment.org | The Research and Advocacy Fellow/Intern supports the Coalition's advocacy activities, including through research and writing on trends in development finance and human rights, preparation of case studies, attending and reporting on Coalition meetings and events, providing support to working groups, and providing some administrative support. | NGO | Research and Advocacy Intern/ Fellow | Unpaid | Starts June | March 20th |
| Consumer Financial Protection Bureau jobs @consumerfinance.gov | The CFPB is seeking high potential students to assist in a variety of research and ad hoc projects. You will serve as a student trainee receiving on-the-job training to provide support on various initiatives including market research; creation of a shared electronic knowledge management structure; and other essential start-up activities within the office. | NGO | Pathways Summer Internship (Graduate Students) | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Global Ties U. S. internship @globaltiesus.org | The Public Diplomacy Intern works closely with a cross-section of staff teams, and may be working on multiple tasks/projects simultaneously. Tasks may include, but are not limited to: research, writing, editing, monitoring social media, updating various databases and reviewing articles related to citizen diplomacy, public diplomacy, nonprofit leadership and international education and exchange. | NGO | Public Diplomacy Internship | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| The McCain Institute for International Leadership internship @mccaininstitute.org | The McCain Institute provides current and recent college students the opportunity to serve as interns in our Washington office. The internship program is an extension of the Institute's mission to advance character-driven leadership. Interns are given real-world assignments and are actively involved in the daily operations of The McCain Institute. | NGO | Internship Opportunities at The McCain Institute | Unpaid | May- August | N/A |
| Girl Scouts of America advocacy @girlscouts.org | This dynamic and substantive internship will provide the ideal candidate an opportunity to promote public policies and research on critical issues facing girls, as well as to mobilize the support of Girl Scout councils and other youth serving organizations in grassroots advocacy. | NGO | Internship in Public Policy and Advocacy Office | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Center for American Progress internships @americanprogress.org | Internships are available in the areas of; Communications, Development/Strategic Planning, Domestic Policy, Economic Policy, Energy and Environment, Ethnic Media, Executive, External Affairs, Faith and Progressive Policy, Generation Progress, Guns and Crime, Immigration Policy, Legal Progress, LGBT Issues, National Security and International Policy, Poverty to Prosperity Program, Race Policy/Progress 2050, Research Team, Technical Support, ThinkProgress, Video, War Room, Web Producer, Web Technology Developer, and Women's Health and Rights | NGO | Multiple internships available | Paid | N/A | February 1st |
| Amnesty International | The Advocacy Director (AD) for the Americas at Amnesty International USA works on influencing policy, creating strategies, and promoting human rights for the Americas. This internship reports directly to the AD and provides support and experience in: developing and implementing advocacy strategies and tactics, contact with governmental bodies and officials, conducting legislative research, writing and editing skills, managing databases, analyzing emerging areas of relevant law and government policy, tracking the progress of legislation in the United States Congress, and learning about the international human rights framework. | NGO | Advocacy for the Americas Internship | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| Susan B. Anthony List cobrien @sba-list.org | SBA List seeks to train pro-life and political activists, campaign staff, and candidates in the fundamentals of running successful grassroots and political campaigns; advocate the passage of pro-life legislation in Congress; dispel the myths about abortion through the media; identify, educate, and mobilize women voters to vote pro-life; and elect more women to Congress through the connected Candidate Fund which assists pro-life women candidates and works to defeat pro-abortion women candidates and incumbents who are opposing pro-life men. Interns will take part in special activities and experiences that foster personal and profession growth. These activities include meeting with prominent pro-life leaders and members of Congress and various seminars and workshops. Visit the site or email information@sba-list.org. | NGO | Intern Program | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| National Taxpayer's Union ntu@ntu.org | Internships are granted on a rolling basis and may take place during any time of the year. Internships are generally unpaid, though participants may receive academic credit. Internship opportunities exist in the following areas: Communications, Government Affairs, Development, Policy & Research, and Creative Content | NGO | Department Intern | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| If you are highly motivated, interested in public policy and ready to gain experience, come join Concerned Women for America to work in one of our exciting fields: Communications and Social Media, Legislation and Public Policy, Field Department (Chapter, Grassroots and Young Women for America Development), Development and Donor Relations, Legal Affairs, and Web and Online Communications. | NGO | Intern | Paid | N/A | April 1st | |
| Through our various student programs, we strive to engage, inform, and connect conservative women across the country. By providing them with the resources, role models, and encouragement they need, we help students prepare for future success in their schools, workplaces, and communities. | NGO | Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A | |
(202) 842-0200 | There is a wide variety of departments in which interns work at the Cato Institute. Policy areas include such subjects as health care and entitlements reform, constitutional law, energy policy, and foreign and military policy. Interns assist department directors and research assistants with research and data collection. Some interns are assigned to the Media Relations and Development departments, where they get hands-on experience working with journalists and donors, respectively. We do our best to align interns and their preferences. | NGO | Cato Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| The ACU Internship provides a unique perspective of politics, allowing interaction with Members of Congress, media personalities, and thought leaders in the conservative movement. You will gain hands-on experience as part of a supportive and collaborative team, all sharing the goal of spreading and energizing the conservative movement in America. | NGO | Internship | Paid | N/A | April 10, 2017 | |
| The Leadership Institute's mission is to increase the number and effectiveness of conservative activists and leaders in the public policy process. To accomplish this mission, the Institute identifies, recruits, trains, and places conservatives in government, politics, and the media. | NGO | Internship | Paid | May 22nd- August 11th | N/A | |
| The Political Studies Program is a seven-week, full-scholarship summer program for college undergraduates and recent graduates in Washington, DC. This highly competitive fellowship is designed to reflect the broad curriculum of the Hertog Foundation. Fellows take courses in a wide variety of subjects, from political philosophy to contemporary public affairs, from economics to foreign policy. Students read fundamental texts in political thought with outstanding faculty from institutions throughout the country. They examine political leadership with prominent men and women who shape American public policy. Students should expect to study and think about politics and public policy with uncommon rigor and breadth. | Educational Program | Summer Fellowship- American Politics and War Studies | Paid | June 18- August 5 | February 6th | |
| The Democracy Fund | The Elections Program focuses on the administration of elections and campaign finance by supporting unbiased research, bipartisan dialogue, and unconventional solutions that will ensure the views and votes of the American public come first in our democracy. We're looking for candidates with an interest in election administration and/or campaign finance. A successful candidate believes the election system must provide the public with confidence that their voices can be heard and that they have the ability to hold their leaders accountable for their actions. | Non- Profit | Modern Elections & Money in Politics Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A |
Lutheran Social https://lssncaorg. | Overall job duties include assisting the Director of Communications in collecting and archiving LSS/NCA history, milestones, and publications since its inception in 1917. | Non- Profit | History/ Archives Internship | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| Our unpaid program gives each intern a hands-on experience in each aspect of the firm, along with the ability to network, including developing high-profile policymaker contacts. | Policy | Intern | Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
Americans for Jim | Senator Elizabeth Warren helped found AFR, which played a pivotal role in creating and defending her vision of a strong Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In broader terms, we are committed to holding Wall Street accountable and working for a financial system that serves the needs of the society of a whole, and not just its own needs. | Public- Interest Coalition | Economic Justice and Wall Street Reform Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Brookings Institute has over a dozen internships available, both paid and unpaid. | Research | Policy & PR Internships | Unpaid/ Paid | N/A | N/A | |
| The Thomas B. Fordham Institute, based in Washington D.C., provides several internships throughout the year. Fordham's research internships involve diverse and meaningful responsibilities including research, commentary, and clerical duties. | Research | Research Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A | |
703-224-3200 | The Test and Learn team is seeking an intern to assist with various tasks related to moving the conservative movement forward by reviewing, creating and presenting tests of various grassroots, media and online methods. | Research | Analytics Intern | Paid | N/A | N/A |
| Many federal agencies will hire a few paid interns for the summer. It is a competitive process that requires an application through USAJobs. Openings can be found in the link to the right. | Federal Agencies | Multiple Internships available | Paid/ Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
*Only accepts | In my Washington, DC office, internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college students. Although all internships in all offices are unpaid, students gain invaluable work experience. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course schedules, but generally run 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session. In Washington, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
*Only accepts | In my North Carolina office, interns may be asked to do a variety of things, including day-to-day office work such as answering phones, writing letters and assisting with media clips. In addition, interns may be assigned to assist in various constituent case work or work on District-based projects of importance. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (District) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| Internships provide an opportunity for current college students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in a Congressional Office and learn more about the legislative process. Interns can expect to learn about the legislative process and the functions of a congressional office. The hours can accommodate the students' course schedule, but generally run from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (District) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
(828) 693-5660 | In Washington, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
(336) 229-0159 | In Washington, DC, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
704-344-9950 (office) | In Washington, DC, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings, and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
| Interns in the Washington, D.C. office have the opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the federal government by working closely with legislative, communications, and constituent relations staff members. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
| Internships are an excellent opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in politics or government. Internships are offered in the District 8 offices in Washington, Concord, and Rockingham. Our interns help staff with a variety of duties. Their primary roles are to handle mail and assist with phones.They also help compile research, conduct Capitol tours, write legislative correspondence, attend committee hearings, gather news clippings, assist with management of the constituent database, and assist with scheduling requests. Duties will vary according to offices. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
(202) 225-2731 | In our office an intern’s responsibilities will vary and include answering the phone, running errands, sorting the mail, researching legislation for the Congressman and the legislative staff, attending hearings and briefings, and answering constituents’ questions about issues before the House. These duties give interns the opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the other functions of a congressional office while expanding their network of contacts. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
Congressman 202-225-3415 | While duties between the Greenville and Washington offices will differ, interns' responsibilities may include, though are not limited to: answering phones, maintaining the front office, processing mail, attending hearings and briefings, and assisting staff with research and constituent services. This is a great opportunity for applicants who are interested in the political process and are seeking practical, hands-on experience in a professional environment. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | March 15th |
| My internship program is open to college undergraduates, regardless of major. There are two different programs. The summer program consists of two sessions (six weeks each) and can accommodate a maximum of five students per session. The academic year program is for undergraduates who are attending a DC-area college or who are participating in a semester in Washington program sponsored by a college or university. All internships are unpaid, and candidates are responsible for paying their travel and living expenses. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (D.C.) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A | |
| Congressional internships offer students a unique opportunity to observe and participate in the workings of the United States Senate. Interns carry out a variety of responsibilities, such as answering calls from constituents, writing constituent correspondence, and giving tours of the U.S. Capitol. They also have the opportunity to write memos and letters, conduct research, and attend committee hearings. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (District) | Unpaid | Summer 1 (May 18- July 2), Summer 2 (July 6- August 14) | March 31st | |
(202) 224-3154 | The internship program in Senator Burr’s Washington office consists of two semester-long sessions in the spring and fall, three sessions during the summer months. During their time in Washington, D.C., interns participate in a wide array of activities ranging from constituent services and conducting U.S. Capitol tours to legislative research. In addition, interns are encouraged to enjoy the many other activities Washington, D.C. offers. Applicants should be college students from the State of North Carolina, and preference is given to upperclassmen studying political science and history. Interns work in Senator Burr’s legislative office. The nature of the work of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence prevents Senator Burr’s office from placing interns in his committee office. | Congressional | Congressional Intern (District) | Unpaid | N/A | N/A |
