Human Capital, Summer Internship

Bipartisan Policy Center • Washington, DC

5h • $6,000 • Onsite

About The Position

BPC's Summer Internship Program

BPC has a robust spring internship program. Interns work full time and will receive a $6,000 stipend for ten weeks of work. Interns must be a rising Junior or above. Applicants must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate program or a be recent graduate. Interns will provide functional support, conduct research, and work directly with project analysts and staff in various capacities.

Our Summer Internship program runs from June 1 to August 7, 2026.

Please note that this summer internship is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, with on-site work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at BPC’s office at 1225 I (Eye) Street in Washington, DC.

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Project Description

The United States currently lacks a coordinated set of policies to support and develop its most precious asset—our people. From early childhood through classroom and career, BPC’s Human Capital Program advances solutions that allow us to harness the potential of the American people, businesses, and economy.

Requirements

• Must be an enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate school or be a recent grad
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills
• Efficient worker with ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Interest or experience in social policy or economic policy

Nice To Haves

• Experience in issues related to early childhood, worker benefits, education, business, and workforce development a plus
• Experience with state and local policy a plus

Responsibilities

• Interns will work with BPC’s Human Capital team on analysis and research, monitoring news and congressional activity, and administrative tasks.
• Interns will support the program’s policy areas, including:
• Paid family leave
• Child care
• Working family tax supports
• K-12 education
• Workforce development
• Postsecondary pathways

What This Job Offers

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