2026 Fall Internship Application

Truth Initiative•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Truth Initiative is currently searching for energetic and committed individuals for our Internship Program. Moving toward empowering the first generation to end smoking is more than just a job 'it's what motivates us every day. We're looking for a qualified individual who shares this spirit to participate in our internship program. As a Truth Initiative intern, you'll gain practical knowledge on public health issues, real world professional experience, valuable workplace skills and general career guidance. You'll work hard, learn a lot and have fun, too. If you are confident that your diligence and passion can affect change, we want to hear from you! Our semester-long internships are paid and available in the fall, spring and summer. Opportunities vary each semester, but are typically in the following areas of specialization: Marketing, Communications, Public Policy, Human Resources, IT, and Research.

Requirements

Current students pursuing their undergraduate degree (graduate students are only considered for internships with our research and innovations teams)
Experience working on multiple tasks and projects in a fast paced environment is essential
Detail-oriented
Possess excellent communication skills
Can work independently as well as collaboratively with other departments and in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated interest in college activism, grants, public health education and health promotion
Strong interest in government affairs work
Excellent organizational skills

Nice To Haves

A passionate interest in public health or tobacco control is a plus
Current students pursuing their graduate degree in Public Health are preferred
An interest in behavioral research and/or interest in tobacco control research is a plus
Applicants pursuing a degree in public health, marketing, political science, or related fields are preferred
Interest in public health/public policy

Responsibilities

Conducting literature searches for projects
Testing online surveys
Content analysis (e.g., social media surveillance)
Preparing results
Supporting Truth Initiative's Development and Partnerships expertise center
Broadening knowledge of partnerships, fundraising, grantmaking, project management and college activism
Supporting the Culture + Cessation Collective, Youth Engagement Alliance, state and local outreach, the Tobacco/Vape-Free College Grant Program and development work
College leader support
Support for special events (in person or virtual)
Researching potential funders
Virtual meeting logistics and notes
Data entry
Provide policy support for Truth Initiative’s outreach with various federal, state, and local governmental entities for the regulation of tobacco products
Provide support for regulatory and other activities, including research and policy analysis related to tobacco control laws
Become familiar with the political process by way of Capitol Hill hearings and briefings
Fully integrated into the Public Policy team and will participate in team meetings