Legislative And Public Policy Volunteer Internship

ProSidian Consulting • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

INTRODUCTION TO A PROSIDIAN LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC POLICY INTERNSHIP Are you a talented young professional interested in a career in Legislative and Public Policy or with the Federal government? Are you interested in working in a fast-paced, challenging environment that delivers real value to Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes? ProSidian consulting offers internship opportunities in Charlotte, North Carolina and Washington, D.C. We offer a variety of opportunities for interns at ProSidian Consulting. Internships are a great way for you to evaluate us and the Management And Operations Consulting industry - and vice versa- to see if there is a potential match for a long-term employment with The Firm. Because ProSidian Consulting is a Management and Operations Consulting Firm, our internships are nearly all focused on research and writing, assistance on administrative management issues, strategic and organizational planning, and business process improvement. Legislative And Public Policy & Volunteer Interns will perform a variety of duties, including conducting research for the Engagement Team staff, communicating with internal teams, and assisting in the administrative operations of our office. As a ProSidian Consulting intern, you own a project or participate in an Engagement Support Capacity that will call on your technical and qualitative skills that can be wrapped up before you leave the internship period. You will be encouraged to network and build relationships across functions as well as with other interns. In addition, we will provide you with some organized social and networking opportunities to help you get connected to other interns and ProSidian Engagement Team Members. Lastly, we will document and provide you with an appropriate reference and/or letter of recommendation as appropriate to support the pursuit of your future endeavors. PROSIDIAN LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC POLICY INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION ProSidian is looking for “Great People Who Lead” to serve as Legislative and Public Policy Volunteer Interns at a planning summit for a federal agency. Interested students should share our commitment to integrity, quality, and value. The purpose of our engagement is to convene and collect data from stakeholders, private sector leaders, scholars and public policy makers for a conversation focused on “The State Of Minority Business Development” and the political and economic realities of the U.S. Minority population. This is intended to generate solutions for how minority business growth will create more jobs, shrink the wealth gap and contribute to the revitalization of the U.S. Economy. The dialogue may result in a series of resolutions/assertions/vision statements to guide future business development programs and to educate federal, state, and local elected officials. The event shall take place during a One (1) Day Legislative Policy Stakeholder Summit Conference on February 25, 2015, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00p.m., at a Pre - Determined Conference Center Location in Washington, DC. The Stakeholder Summit Title is “Elevate The Narrative And Direction Of Minority Businesses As A National Economic Priority” and the objective is to raise the level of awareness and discussion on issues related to parity for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE).

Requirements

• a passion for public policy and the minority business community as well as an interest in Management and Operations Consulting Services to the Federal Government
• desire to be a part of the legislative and political process and to learn about the workings of federal agencies and the companies they contract
• MUST have excellent people skills with attention to detail
• excellent writing and communication skills and proficiency in professional applications such as Windows 2000, MS Word
• be able to successfully engage and interact with high-ranking public and private stakeholders while maintaining accurate record of statements and anecdotal comments expressed and representing ProSidian Consulting in a positive and professional light
• minimum of a 2.5 GPA with no history of disciplinary action with collegiate, local, state, or federal authorities
• be able to be in Washington, DC on February 24th and 25th, 2015 and available to work
• demonstrate a willingness to learn, a comfort with consulting as an industry and abstract thoughts and capable of handling a constantly changing environment where work may be strategic and tactical within a small growing firm
• Proven effective written and oral communication skills
• Highly organized and able to multi-task
• Able to work in a deadline driven environment and produce accurate results
• Excellent problem solver and detail oriented
• Willing and eager to learn and take on challenges
• Critical thinking, problem solving
• Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to present self professionally and intelligently to prospects/members
• Well established organization, multitasking and prioritization skills
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness
• Superior judgment

Nice To Haves

• Junior/Senior Government/Political Science, Social Science, and Business Majors, but will consider other majors as well.

Responsibilities

• supporting Senior Facilitators in generating and collecting data for use in a strategic planning initiative for the federal agency client
• learn and comprehend ProSidian’s data collection and facilitation strategy and respond quickly and flexibly to shifts in client needs once the engagement begins
• work as members of the ProSidian Consulting Project Engagement Team to execute the firm’s strategic plan for summit facilitation and data collection and will work face to face with government officials, private executives, and federal management consultants
• participate in all phases of the facilitation, data collection, and client management processes

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees