Housing, Fall Internship
About The Position
BPC's internship program in the fall will be in-person with on-site work on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays at BPC’s office located at 1225 I (Eye) Street in Washington, DC. Fall interns work 18-20 hours per week and will receive a $3,000 stipend for ten weeks of work. Interns must be juniors or above. Applicants must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate program, or a recent graduate. Interns will provide functional support, conduct research, and work directly with policy analysts and staff in various capacities. BPC’s J. Ronald Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy was launched to support bipartisan policies that help realize the goal of a decent, safe, and affordable home for every American. BPC’s Housing Team informs and engages policymakers through in-depth and timely research, virtual and in-person events, technical assistance, and more.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program (junior or above), graduate program, or be a recent graduate
- Detailed understanding of the legislative process
- Strong research and writing skills
- Efficient worker with ability to multi-task
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Strong interest in housing policy issues, such as homelessness, the Housing Choice Voucher program, and housing finance
- Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply but must have a valid work permit or visa verifying eligibility to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Specific responsibilities will be determined based on the successful candidate’s interests and the needs of the team. In addition to housing-related work, the intern may be asked to assist with projects related to disaster response and transportation policy.
Responsibilities
- Research, including literature reviews, data collection and analysis, and legislative analysis
- Writing, including drafting explainers, articles, or one-pagers
- Crafting newsletters and weekly team communications
- Attending and summarizing external events and congressional hearings
- Preparing for and running internal and external events
Benefits
- $3,000 stipend for ten weeks of work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
