Federal Government Relations Intern (Public Policy)

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

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About The Position

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (the Foundation) is seeking a Federal Government Relations Intern within our Public Policy Team. Reporting to the Director of Federal Government Relations, the intern will support the Foundation’s federal policy efforts through legislative tracking and analysis, stakeholder engagement, Capitol Hill event support, and other core team responsibilities aligned with the Foundation’s mission. Preference will be given to candidates living in the D.C. metro area. The internship offers learning outcomes such as understanding the inner workings of DC nonprofit government relations, lobbying, public policy, and advocacy systems; building and managing relationships with federal officials and stakeholders; supporting federal government relations and advocacy strategies; developing, planning, and executing policy-focused briefings and events on Capitol Hill; using essential government relations and advocacy tools and software; and meeting challenges, overcoming obstacles, and working in a dynamic team environment.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
• Basic understanding of and interest in federal government relations, public policy, advocacy, Congress, federal agencies, and the federal legislative process strongly encouraged
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills reflecting precise attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize initiatives accordingly
• Creative, solutions-oriented with a proactive lens to problem solving

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in government, policy, or advocacy environments is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring and tracking federal legislative and policy developments related to Parkinson’s disease and the Foundation’s policy priorities
• Research legislation and regulatory comments important to Parkinson’s at a national level; Conduct web-based and other research as needed on the Foundation’s legislative issues
• Assist with scheduling and preparation for meetings with Members of Congress, congressional staff, coalition partners, and federal stakeholders
• Support federal policy communications and stakeholder engagement efforts, including drafting outreach materials, scheduling requests, background documents, briefing materials, and other communications related to the Foundation’s federal policy priorities
• Attend potential coalition meetings and Congressional hearings on behalf of the Foundation
• Support outreach and engagement efforts related to the Congressional Parkinson’s Disease Caucus, including membership tracking, recruitment support, and maintenance of stakeholder engagement records and related outreach materials
• Maintain and update records within the Foundation’s advocacy and government relations database, including conducting regular data management and quality assurance efforts to improve the accuracy, organization, and usability of information
• Support planning and execution of Capitol Hill events and stakeholder engagement activities, as timing permits
• Support the drafting and execution of action alerts, social media, and other advocacy or communications strategies
• Assist with production and editing of policy and advocacy materials and internal documents
• Perform basic clerical tasks, including word processing, copying, mailing, filing, managing routine office business, and provide other program, administrative, and organization-wide support as needed/assigned
• Other related/comparable duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed