2025 Legal Internship

Textron • Washington, DC

454d • $43,680 - $49,920

About The Position

Textron is offering a 10-week paid summer internship for highly motivated students interested in public service, government relations, public policy, defense, and international trade. Interns will assist with daily activities and special projects while receiving coaching and mentoring from experienced personnel. This position is primarily based in Arlington, Virginia, at the Textron Bell Advanced Vertical Lift facility, with opportunities to work with the Corporate office in Washington, D.C.

Requirements

• Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a BA/BS degree in public policy, legislative affairs, foreign or international affairs preferred
• Strong GPA and academic record
• Interest in defense/military, international and public affairs preferred
• Prior working experience in a professional environment a plus
• Well-developed organizational and fact-gathering skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team and independently
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced work environment
• High integrity

Responsibilities

• Draft memorandum and special project reports or presentations
• Attend and participate in meetings and presentations
• Provide government policy tracking support to Washington Operations personnel
• Monitor pertinent legislative, executive branch and international developments, and prepare required reports
• Assist in research and analytical data tracking/projects regarding defense/military procurement and sustainment
• Assist staff in remaining abreast of hearings, meetings, forums and media reports regarding issues of interest to company business units and programs
• Open to future career development opportunities within Textron business unit locations
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health insurance and prescription plan coverage
• Dental insurance
• Family building benefits
• Vision insurance
• Mental health resources
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Generous time off package
• Employee Resource Groups and workplace activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees