Government Affairs Intern

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Policy and Government Affairs (PPGA) department is a strategic priority for UNCF, leveraging over 25 years of Capitol Hill and advocacy experience to inform and influence critical national policy discussions. The team's work focuses on building a robust pipeline of underrepresented students who become highly qualified college graduates and supporting member institutions in improving student outcomes. UNCF, the United Negro College Fund, has been a driving force in educational achievement for more than 80 years. Its mission is to cultivate a strong, nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who achieve college graduation with UNCF's support. UNCF also ensures its member institutions serve as respected models for student success. Since its founding in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, provided scholarships, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from HBCUs and embark on professional careers. UNCF is dedicated to bridging the educational attainment gap by enhancing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly those from low-income and first-generation backgrounds. The Government Affairs Intern will play a supportive role within the PPGA team, contributing to UNCF’s advocacy and policy objectives.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, or a related field
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills
• Interest in public policy, advocacy, and civic engagement
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Professionalism and attention to detail
• Availability to work onsite during our core hours Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Availability for occasional evenings and weekends event(s)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tracking legislation and amendments moving through the congressional process
• Attending congressional hearings, markups, and policy events
• Assisting with policy analysis and issue tracking
• Compiling and summarizing materials on emerging and existing public policy
• Monitoring statements from policymakers and tracking positions of allies and opponents
• Supporting coalition-building efforts and maintaining partnerships
• Assisting with the coordination of webinars, conference calls, and policy briefings
• Providing general administrative support as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees