Government Relations Intern

ONEOK • Bismarck, ND

14h

About The Position

The Government Relations Intern supports ONEOK’s Government Relations team during a state legislative session while gaining firsthand experience in the legislative and public policy process. The semester-based internship is aligned with active legislative sessions and is intended for students interested in government relations, public policy, political science, public administration, law, communications, agriculture, energy policy, or related fields. Interns are assigned to a state capitol location and work directly with a Government Relations professional, observing and participating in legislative activities, stakeholder engagement, policy analysis, and issue monitoring.

The internship provides hands-on experience in a professional legislative environment while supporting the organization’s state government affairs objectives. It is part-time during the academic semester. Duration and work hours are structured to comply with company internship policies and applicable employment requirements.

Interns gain exposure to state legislative and regulatory processes, public policy development and advocacy strategies, legislative research and analysis, government and stakeholder relations, corporate government affairs operations, energy and infrastructure policy issues, and professional communication in governmental and public affairs settings.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or graduate program.
• Pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Communications, Business, Economics, Agriculture, Energy Studies, or a related field.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student standing.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, community involvement, or extracurricular activities.
• Prior internship, part-time employment, campaign, governmental, or civic engagement experience.
• Interest in government relations, advocacy, public affairs, or energy policy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative and regulatory committee meetings, hearings, and floor sessions.
• Track legislation and regulatory proposals affecting the company and industry.
• Research legislative, regulatory, political, and public policy issues.
• Prepare bill summaries, issue briefs, presentations, and background materials.
• Attend legislative hearings, committee meetings, and stakeholder events.
• Support Government Relations staff with policy analysis and strategic planning.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with legislators, government officials, agency staff, and industry stakeholders.
• Assist with special projects, reports, and administrative activities as assigned.
• Provide timely updates on legislative developments during active legislative sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of legislative activities, stakeholder meetings, and policy developments.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Housing or travel assistance may be available for qualifying candidates when relocation or extended travel is required.
• Eligible interns may receive academic credit subject to university approval and program requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed