State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern

The American Institute of Architects • Washington, DC

21h • Remote

About The Position

The State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will serve as a key research and tracking resource for state and local legislative activity during Summer 2026. The intern will support the development of a Quorum legislative dashboard to complement the existing Stateside Associates system, delivering actionable insights for AIA staff and components.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Law, or a related field
• Strong written communication skills and interest in government affairs or advocacy
• Comfortable with spreadsheets, research tools, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in remote or hybrid environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience with legislative research, policy analysis, or advocacy communications preferred
• Familiarity with legislative tracking platforms (Quorum, Stateside Associates, FiscalNote, etc.) a plus
• Interest in architecture, housing, climate policy, or professional licensing

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a Quorum legislative tracking dashboard aligned with AIA’s Strategic Priority Areas
• Monitor and summarize state legislative activity, bill status, and emerging trends
• Coordinate tracking workflows to avoid duplication and support senior staff review
• Produce legislative summaries, bill analyses, talking points, and issue briefs
• Support toolkit content and model language development for priority issues
• Contribute research for task forces and policy initiatives
• Create user guides and tracking documentation for staff and components
• Ensure dashboard outputs and legislative summaries are accessible on the GAF microsite
• Assist in developing visual summaries and issue snapshots for newsletters

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees