About The Position

Thinking about a career in public policy? Committed to improving the world we live in? Think Brookings - one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks! Interns spend approximately 12 weeks working alongside leading experts in government and academia from all over the world. Brookings also offers students the opportunity to intern in departments such as communications, human resources and central operations management. The mission of the Internship Program is to provide students with a pre-professional learning experience that offers meaningful, practical work experience related to their field of study or career interest. Students engage in career exploration and development as well as learn new skills. Interns will have the opportunity to attend meetings, think tank events, professional development workshops, and public Brookings events. In addition, interns will have the opportunity to network with other interns throughout the Institution. This internship is an opportunity for undergraduate students in their junior or senior year and graduate students pursuing a masters degree with an interest in public/urban policy, political science, communications, journalism, and/or media relations to apply principles and theory learned in the classroom in a professional environment. PhD students are not eligible for internships; please visit our Careers page for current open positions. This internship pays an hourly rate of $18.00, and applicants must be willing to commit to a minimum number of hours per week (no less than 20 hours per week, during regular business hours), with some flexibility around an academic course schedule.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate students in their junior or senior year and graduate students pursuing a masters degree in public policy, political science, communications, English, journalism, and/or media relations or related fields.
  • Strong writing, social media, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the production and promotion of research and opinion publications, including drafting key messages, providing support with photo research, building web pages, and proofreading.
  • Track publishing and promotions efforts for internal communications to Brookings staff.
  • Assist with media engagement by fielding inquiries, creating media lists, and identifying coverage opportunities.
  • Help with general office support, assist with special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Hourly pay of $18.00
  • Opportunity to network with other interns
  • Exposure to a broad set of policy topics
  • Professional development workshops
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