KIP Spring 2027 - Government Affairs Intern - Georgia Public Policy Foundation
About The Position
The Government Affairs Intern will support the Georgia Public Policy Foundation’s government affairs and policy efforts across housing, regulatory reform, taxes, education, and healthcare. The intern will assist with drafting policy one-pagers and other materials, tracking legislation, coordinating meetings with partners and legislators, attending legislative hearings, and other assigned tasks. There may also be opportunities to conduct policy research and writing. This is an in-person position in the Foundation’s Atlanta, Georgia office. Most days will be spent at the Georgia Capitol with the Government Affairs Director. The role provides experience in state-level policy advocacy, but the intern will not engage in lobbying. The position is described as full-time, with an expected schedule of approximately 32 hours per week. Participants must attend the entirety of the online and on-site Koch Internship Program programming.
Requirements
- Align with the mission and free-market principles of the Georgia Public Policy Foundation.
- Possess a professional demeanor.
- Be able to handle confidential and private information.
- Have a basic understanding of Google Meet, Slides, and Docs.
- Wear business professional attire.
- Be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program.
Responsibilities
- Support the Director of Government Affairs in executing the Foundation’s government affairs strategy.
- Draft one-pagers and other policy materials.
- Track legislation, committee activity, and votes on the Foundation’s priority issues, and maintain legislative tracking files.
- Help coordinate meetings and events with legislators, coalition partners, and stakeholders, including scheduling, materials, and logistics.
- Attend legislative hearings, committee meetings, and events as needed, and report back to staff.
- Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid experiential learning program with professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
