About the role#
The Lloyd Meeds Policy Fellowship Program is a semester-long opportunity for undergraduate students to join the Public Policy and Law Practice at K&L Gates. This role provides an inside look at the federal political process in Washington, DC, while supporting the firm's policy affairs.
What you'll do#
- Assist Government Affairs Specialists and other policy professionals with daily tasks.
- Monitor press and Capitol Hill publications for topics relevant to clients.
- Conduct research and create charts concerning legislation, policy, and politics.
- Compile briefing books for attorneys and clients.
- Attend Congressional hearings.
- Deliver and retrieve documents from Capitol Hill.
What you'll need#
- You are a current college student with a focus in Political Science, Economics, History, or Communications.
- You have an interest in federal legislation, policy, and politics.
- You possess strong communication and organization skills.
- You are highly motivated.
- You have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and electronic information sources.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship located in Washington, DC.
- The term is for Fall 2026.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- The role operates in an office setting and is largely sedentary, requiring the use of standard office equipment. You may be required to lift files or use a stool.
About K&L Gates
K&L Gates is a law firm based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It operates as a partnership with a staff size between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The firm provides legal counsel to global corporations, public sector entities, and individual clients. Its practice covers corporate law, regulatory law, and litigation across industries like energy, technology, and finance.
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