KIP Spring 2027 - State Policies Intern - Marijuana Policy Project Foundation

Stand Together•Washington, DC

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Marijuana Policy Project Foundation (MPPF) is seeking a self-motivated State Policies Intern who can work independently in a small remote group setting. The intern will contribute to MPPF’s mission of reforming cannabis laws and educating cannabis regulators, consumers, and state legislators. Under the supervision of the Director of State Policies, the intern’s primary work will involve cannabis policy research and writing, as well as monitoring legislation. The role requires real-time outreach and research with limited oversight, along with strong attention to detail and time management. This is a full-time remote internship through the Koch Internship Program (KIP), a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships. Full-time participants work approximately 32 hours per week at the partner organization and receive a $7,500 stipend. Attendance at all online and on-site KIP programming is required.

Requirements

Be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.
Be self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a small remote group setting.
Be extremely detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills.
Be able to conduct real-time outreach and research with limited oversight.
Attend all online and on-site KIP programming.

Nice To Haves

Early-career professionals, including undergraduate, graduate, and law students and recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Monitor legislation in assigned states and identify bills MPPF should support or oppose.
Conduct cannabis policy research and writing, including drafting emails to supporters in assigned states, form letters to lawmakers, informational handouts, web content, and written testimony on key bills.
Research legislators’ positions on cannabis policies in certain states and update a spreadsheet with their stances.
Perform advocacy-related tasks, which may include testifying remotely at legislative hearings, scheduling legislative meetings, mobilizing grassroots allies, and coordinating with allied organizations to support or oppose legislation.