Student Intern for Government Affairs

Regent University • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The Student Intern for Government Affairs monitors federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the organization; researches policy; and prepares summaries, briefing memos, and talking points for meetings with elected officials and their staff. The intern tracks bills, hearings, and floor action, maintains a database of legislative and agency contacts, and supports outreach to legislators, agency personnel, and coalition partners. The role also attends hearings, briefings, and public meetings, takes detailed notes, and reports key takeaways. Candidates should demonstrate strong writing, research, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with a working understanding of government institutions and the legislative process. The position pays $12.77 per hour and is not benefits eligible.

Requirements

• Strong written communication skills.
• Solid research and analytical skills.
• A working understanding of the legislative process and the operation of federal, state, and local government institutions.
• Professionalism and discretion when interacting with public officials, staff, and outside stakeholders.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks with limited supervision.
• Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor relevant federal, state, and local legislation and regulatory developments and prepare concise summaries.
• Conduct policy research and draft briefing memos and talking points for meetings with elected officials and their staff.
• Track bills, committee hearings, and floor action.
• Maintain an organized database of legislative and agency contacts.
• Support outreach to legislators, agency personnel, and coalition partners.
• Attend hearings, briefings, and public meetings; take detailed notes and report key takeaways.

What This Job Offers

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