About the role#
The Federal Governmental Affairs team is looking for an intern to provide research and administrative support at our Washington, DC office. This position is for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on-site and assist our staff with daily operations and legislative tracking. This is a paid, part-time internship.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate and support meetings for the INL-DC office.
- Welcome and assist office visitors.
- Handle office reimbursements.
- Attend congressional hearings relevant to INL and summarize key takeaways.
- Track media coverage and legislative activity.
- Complete a semester-long legislative research project with guidance from a mentor.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the office.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in an undergraduate or master's degree program.
- Studies in Political Science, International Studies, English, or a related field.
- A minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide a resume, unofficial transcripts, and your current class schedule.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: Undergraduate interns earn between $26.94 and $29.79 per hour. Master's interns earn $35.34 per hour.
- Benefits: Paid holiday time off. Travel reimbursement may be available for eligible interns.
- Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship.
About Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory founded in 1949. It supports the United States Department of Energy through research in nuclear science, energy, and national defense. The laboratory operates from an 890-square-mile site and employs over 4,000 people. Its research spans robotics, wind power, biofuels, and critical infrastructure protection.
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