Government Affairs Internship

Olsson • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

We’re seeking a motivated intern to join our Government Relations Team. This internship offers hands-on experience in policy research, legislative tracking, and strategic analysis. You’ll work closely with experienced professionals to understand how public policy impacts engineering, infrastructure, and community development. You will conduct research on federal, state, and local policies affecting infrastructure and development, track legislative activity and summarize key policy developments, assist in preparing policy briefs and internal reports for leadership, and support the lobbying disclosure process and stakeholder communications. Additional responsibilities include participating in meetings with policymakers and internal leaders and helping organize and facilitate training sessions and follow-up engagements.
We are looking for a student intern to start in May or June and work 30 hours per week during the summer with the potential to continue working into the school year.
We have one current internship opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Lincoln, NE, Omaha, NE, or Springfield, MO offices.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and research skills.
• Passion for public policy, government affairs, or community development.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public administration/affairs, political science, journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on federal, state, and local policies affecting infrastructure and development
• Track legislative activity and summarize key policy developments
• Assist in preparing policy briefs and internal reports for leadership
• Support the lobbying disclosure process and stakeholder communications
• Participate in meetings with policymakers and internal leaders
• Help organize and facilitate training sessions and follow-up engagements

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees