KIP Spring 2027 - Research Intern - Citizens Against Government Waste

Stand Together • Washington, DC

6d • $5,500 - $7,500

About The Position

The Research Intern works with Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) as part of the paid Koch Internship Program (KIP), run by Stand Together Fellowships. The program offers professional development, leadership training, and work experience at nonprofit organizations. CAGW internships provide a close look at how Washington works through the organization’s dealings with Capitol Hill, the White House, government agencies, and other nonprofits. Because CAGW has a small staff, interns receive hands-on exposure to its activities, collaborate with staff on projects, and participate in staff meetings and other events. Work is largely substantive, though clerical duties may occasionally be required. Research internships may focus on healthcare; science, technology, and telecommunications; federal regulations; or taxation. The position is associated with the Spring 2027 KIP program. KIP participants must attend the entirety of the online and on-site programming. Participants must be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States throughout the program.

Requirements

• Be geographically located in and 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 candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, or law students and recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.
• Research opportunities are available in healthcare; science, technology, and telecommunications; federal regulations; and taxation.

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 occasional clerical duties.

Benefits

• Paid program 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.
• Professional development.
• Leadership training.
• Meaningful work experience at a nonprofit organization.

What This Job Offers

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