About the role#
The External & Legislative Affairs internship is a 10-12 week summer program for undergraduate students and recent graduates. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Washington, DC. You will work with industry leaders and gain exposure to various business units while preparing for potential future leadership opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with various AT&T business units.
- Interact directly with company leadership.
- Participate in impactful projects to gain hands-on experience.
- Research and analyze information to create reports, presentations, briefings, and correspondence.
- Attend professional development workshops and networking events.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising senior or recent graduate of an undergraduate degree program.
- Preferred academic concentrations include Political Science, Public Policy, Business, Management, Communications, Pre-Law, or Finance. A strong GPA is valued.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Interest in emerging technologies, such as AI and digital tools.
- Ability to draft professional presentations and correspondence for internal and external audiences.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Aptitude for responding to ambiguity and complexity.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
- Demonstrated integrity and sound judgment.
- Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lead, collaborate, and engage with teams at all levels.
- A proactive and results-oriented approach.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia.
- Modality: On-site, five days per week.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: Annual salary between $53,900 and $80,900.
- Sponsorship: AT&T will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
About AT&T
AT&T is a telecommunications company based in Dallas, Texas. It operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. The business provides wireless services, U-Verse, and enterprise applications. It also offers managed hosting solutions.
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