The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a high-caliber strategic policy institute that informs and shapes public policies to reduce poverty, promote equity, and build opportunity. It has a national reputation for conducting rigorous research and analysis, developing evidence-based policy ideas and strategies, shaping a broad array of policy debates at the federal and state levels, and influencing policy outcomes on a range of critical issues. It focuses on improving the lives of people with low or moderate incomes and examines how policies affect particular groups, including Black, Indigenous, and other people of color; immigrants; people with disabilities; and LGBTQ+ people. CBPP is known for its unique capacity to blend rigorous, timely analysis with effective communications that enable policymakers and the media to make use of its work.<\/p>\n
The Government Affairs Intern plays a collaborative role in supporting the Government Affairs team. They will have a unique opportunity to contribute to CBPP\u2019s policy areas, primarily by tracking legislation affecting budget\/tax policies and economic security programs.\u202fThe Government Affairs Intern will be responsible for:<\/p>\n
Tracking current legislation and amendments moving through the congressional process;\u202f\u202f Attending\u202fcongressional\u202fhearings\/markups and other policy events and summarizing policy debates;\u202f\u202f\u202f Monitoring statements from policymakers and experts;\u202f\u202f\u202f Maintaining vote\/policy stance\/target grids;\u202f\u202f\u202f Preparing\u202fmeeting,\u202fbriefing, and presentation materials;\u202f\u202f Formulating responses to questions and requests for information from external partner organizations and individuals; and\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f Maintaining a SharePoint database containing contacts for\u202fcongressional\u202fstaff and coalition partners.<\/p>\n
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Qualifications:<\/p>\n
Strong\u202fresearch, writing,\u202fand communications skills.\u202f\u202f\u202f Effective problem-solving skills.\u202f\u202f Ability to multitask and juggle competing deadlines.\u202f\u202f\u202f Understanding\u202fof\u202fand passion for CBPP\u2019s policy areas\u202fand interest in low-income issues.\u202f\u202f\u202f Desire to learn more about the legislative policy process and advocacy coalitions.\u202f\u202f Comfort with Microsoft\u202fExcel,\u202fPowerPoint,\u202fand\u202fWord.\u202f\u202f\u202f Education:\u202fundergraduate student or recent graduate with coursework\/major in public policy, government\/political science, or\u202fa\u202frelated field.\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f Successful interns will have a commitment to CBPP\u2019s mission\u202fto improve the well-being of low- and moderate-income people and advance racial equity.<\/p>\n
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To expand the diversity of voices that speak with authority in federal and state policy debates, CBPP\u2019s internship program identifies highly motivated candidates \u2014 particularly those with experience with communities that are underrepresented in policy debates \u2014 with a demonstrated interest in working on public policies that affect low-income and diverse communities and have implications for racial equity.<\/p>\n
International students are welcome to apply. The Center does not provide financial sponsorship for visas or work permits. You must have documentation of work authorization for the U.S. AND a U.S. Social Security number, as of the start date of the internship, to be employed by the Center.<\/p>\n
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Application\u202fDeadline:\u202fNovember 22, 2026, 11:59\u202fp.m.\u202fET<\/p>\n
Internship Start Date:\u202fJanuary 12, 2027<\/p>\n
Internship End Date: May 7, 2027<\/p>\n
Apply Here: https:\/\/workforcenow.adp.com\/mascsr\/default\/mdf\/recruitment\/recruitment.html?cid=9384a336-3dc9-44ea-9b92-877ff0806f34&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=617003&lang=en_US&source=CC2<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n CBPP’s summer internship will be remote. Remote interns must be in the U.S. for the duration of the internship. Interns located in the Washington, D.C. metro area during the summer term will have the opportunity to work on a hybrid schedule that includes at least two days per week in person at our D.C. office.<\/p>\n Work Hours:\u202fGovernment Affairs interns should be available 40 hours per week during core Eastern Time business hours. Work schedules can be flexed to accommodate time zone differences as well as classwork and other school commitments.<\/p>\n Compensation:<\/p>\n Undergraduate students receive $18.00 per hour. \u202f \u202f \u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n Students with a bachelor’s degree receive $19.00 per hour.\u202f \u202f \u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n Graduate students receive $20.00 per hour. \u202f \u202f \u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n Students with a master\u2019s or law degree receive $21.00 per hour.\u202f \u202f \u202f \u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n Doctoral students may receive between $20.00 and $22.00 per hour, depending on progress toward completion of degree requirements, relevant coursework, and research. \u202f\u202f \u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Required application materials:<\/p>\n Cover letter (please include a discussion of what draws you to CBPP\u2019s mission and the Government Affairs team\u2019s work)\u202f\u202f<\/p>\n R\u00e9sum\u00e9\u202f\u202f Transcript(s)\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Only complete applications submitted electronically through our system will be considered.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Once you submit your application, you will receive an electronic confirmation. Applications submitted by mail or email will not be accepted. Visit\u202fhttps:\/\/www.cbpp.org\/internships<\/a> \u00a0for more information about CBPP\u2019s internship program. No phone calls, please.<\/p>\n