Spring 2027 Girls Inc. Public Policy Internship

Girls Incorporated•Washington, DC

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Girls Inc. seeks a Spring 2027 Public Policy Intern to support its Public Policy Office. Girls Inc. advances girls’ opportunities through direct service and advocacy, working with schools and communities to provide mentoring, safe spaces, and evidence-based programming, while also pursuing legislation and policies that benefit girls. Its Public Policy Office advances this work and helps affiliates and girls engage in advocacy at the federal, state, and local levels. The intern will support research, policy writing, event preparation, grassroots engagement, and communications. Since the Washington, D.C. team is small, the intern will have opportunities to observe and participate in substantive work implementing Girls Inc.’s public policy priorities. This is a part-time internship of 15 hours per week, spread over 2–4 days, on a hybrid schedule. The intern must be based in the D.C. area and able to attend the office on at least part of one of the team’s two standing in-person days each week. A $750 stipend is provided. Applications require a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample of no more than 1–2 pages, ideally related to policy or advocacy. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on December 2, 2026.

Requirements

Be at least a sophomore in college.
Commit 15 hours per week spread over 2–4 days.
Be based in the D.C. area and available to attend the office on at least part of one of the team’s two standing in-person days each week.
Demonstrate interest in public policy, nonprofits, advocacy, and/or issues affecting girls and women.
Have attention to detail.
Be able to manage competing priorities.
Be willing to challenge yourself and learn new skills.
Be passionate about the policy areas on Girls Inc.’s National Policy and Advocacy Platform.
Submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample no longer than 1–2 pages, ideally policy- or advocacy-related.

Responsibilities

Research and track legislation and other policy initiatives affecting girls.
Research and draft issue briefs and other policy materials.
Help plan and prepare for meetings and other events.
Support grassroots engagement efforts.
Draft communications to affiliates and supporters, including social media content.
Draft action alerts, letters, and other communications to elected officials and the broader public.
Represent Girls Inc. in virtual and in-person meetings.
Attend virtual congressional briefings, hearings, and receptions.