Government Relations Internship - Summer 2027

IDEMIA • Reston, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Government Relations Internship is part of IDEMIA North America’s 12-week Summer Internship Program. The intern will provide research and administrative support to leaders in the Government Relations department, applying knowledge of state and federal government. The role offers opportunities to learn about and assist with technology- and civil identity-related lobbying efforts. The position is hybrid and requires the intern to be able to travel to the office.

IDEMIA Public Security, a division of IDEMIA Group, provides biometric-based solutions in areas including public security, justice and public safety, travel and transport, identity, and access control. The company describes its solutions as built on privacy and trust and says it has more than 4,000 employees and 150 partners worldwide.

Requirements

• Be a college junior or senior majoring in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Have an interest in public policy, politics, and current events.
• Have strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate drive and eagerness to learn.
• Have a strong understanding of the inner workings of state and federal government.
• Have exceptional research, organizational, and communication skills and motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a previous government relations-related role or internship.
• Passion for innovative technologies and security- or identity-related issues.
• Interest in the political process, governing, and public service.

Responsibilities

• Integrate into recurring meetings.
• Conduct policy research across a wide array of issue areas.
• Draft policy research materials for Government Relations staff.
• Track civil identity- and technology-related legislation.
• Observe and participate in corporate lobbying efforts.

What This Job Offers

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