- Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government.
- People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect.
- Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results.
- Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible.
- Tracking Congressional committee hearings and legislative activity
- Taking notes on relevant hearings and sharing them with the broader Government Affairs team
- Drafting policy and hearing updates
- Synthesizing news related to the Government Affairs team's work
- Assisting in the drafting of the Government Affairs newsletter
- Engaging in research and drafting short policy briefs on topic areas on our policy agenda
- Participating in Congressional meetings, meetings with stakeholder organizations and events hosted by the Government Affairs team
- Networking across the Partnership to learn more about how our work impacts federal agencies
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2024 Fall Government Affairs Internship - Washington, United States - Partnership for Public Service
Description
This is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship.ORGANIZATION
The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a big mission: we're working to ensure the federal government is dynamic, innovative and that it effectively serves the American people.
We've got a great team that helps make it happen.Our staff is diverse in experience and perspective, but at our core, we share a lot of the same traits.
We are mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive.Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values:
We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process.
Are you ready to join our team?POSITION OVERVIEW
The Government Affairs team is the Partnership's voice on policy - particularly focused on the legislative and regulatory policies that impact the federal workforce and federal management of agencies.
We advocate for effective policies by working to collaborate with and educate Congressional staff and Members of Congress, Executive Branch agencies, the White House and a variety of stakeholder organizations.
We also work to advance the organization's effective government policy agenda by building bridges of understanding between federal agencies and Congress, promoting useful technologies to improve federal service delivery, advocating for the modernization of America's civil service system and sharing the Partnership's work with committees, members and their staff.
Interns on the Government Affairs team will assist the team with a variety of critical policy tracking and research, including:The Government Affairs team offers interns the opportunity to become more informed about the legislative and regulatory process, and the policies and practices of the federal government.
It also provides an opportunity to see how advocacy occurs through the lens of a non-profit and how we can drive change through our work.
It is a hands-on position with an opportunity to tailor the internship to the areas of interest of the intern.
The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication, a basic understanding of Congress, some quantitative research abilities, flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, and a commitment to public service.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment in Washington, DC and occasionally at local external venues. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer and scanner.
COMPENSATION
Full-time interns will receive $1,500 per month. Part-time intern compensation will be pro-rated accordingly.
LOCATION
This is a DC-based hybrid position.
Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship .
Per Partnership policy, all full-time employees will be expected to work from the office a minimum of 2x per week.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Business hours are Monday-Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, though exact work hours may vary depending on availability and need.
Academic schedules will be accommodated; a part-time schedule may be considered. There may be occasional early morning or evening activities required.TRAVEL
If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
The Partnership is an inclusive organization that fosters learning, collaboration and respect.
We actively recruit for diversity in our workplace, believing that a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences contributes to our mission of revitalizing government.
The Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.
Application InstructionsPlease submit a resume with your application. Cover letters are not required but are encouraged.
