KIP Spring 2027 - Research Intern - Citizens Against Government Waste
About The Position
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships, offering professional development, leadership training, and work experience at nonprofit organizations. The Research Intern role is with Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW), which provides hands-on exposure to its activities and work with Capitol Hill, the White House, government agencies, and other nonprofit organizations. Interns work with staff on projects, take part in staff meetings and events, and may also work independently. Clerical duties may be required occasionally, but much of the work is substantive. Research interns assist with policy papers and collect data for original investigative studies. They research and write for CAGW publications, including the Congressional Pig Book, Prime Cuts, Government WasteWatch eNews, issue briefs, and policy papers. Interns may initiate projects and can pursue research in areas such as healthcare; science, technology, and telecommunications; federal regulations; and taxation. The program offers full-time and part-time participation. Stand Together Fellowships pays a stipend of $7,500 for full-time participants working approximately 32 hours per week at the partner organization, or $5,500 for part-time participants working approximately 24 hours per week. Attendance at all online and on-site KIP programming is required for both participation schedules. Applicants must be located in and authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.
Requirements
- Be geographically located in the United States for the duration of the program.
- Be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.
- Attend the entirety of the online and on-site KIP programming.
Nice To Haves
- Early-career professionals, including undergraduate, graduate, or law students and recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assist in formulating policy papers.
- Collect data for original investigative studies.
- Research and write for CAGW publications, including the Congressional Pig Book, Prime Cuts, and Government WasteWatch eNews.
- Contribute to special projects, including issue briefs and policy papers.
- Initiate projects when appropriate.
- Participate in staff meetings and other events.
- Perform clerical duties from time to time.
- Attend all online and on-site KIP programming.
Benefits
- Paid stipend of $7,500 for full-time participants or $5,500 for part-time participants.
- Professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience.
- Hands-on experience in CAGW activities and exposure to how Washington works.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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