About the role#
The Legislative Affairs Intern supports the agency legislative and government affairs functions. You will work under the supervision of the Policy Director to assist with the analysis, tracking, and coordination of legislative and regulatory matters. This role involves managing constituent and legislative inquiries and contributing to the development of reports and written materials for the Office of Legislative Affairs.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, and policy matters.
- Prepare summaries, background materials, and legislative updates.
- Monitor legislation and regulatory activity, including tracking deadlines.
- Coordinate and schedule legislative meetings.
- Receive, route, and track legislative and constituent inquiries.
- Assist with bill review and fiscal impact coordination.
- Attend legislative committee meetings or provide support at the State House.
- Provide project, operational, and administrative support, including meeting preparation and records organization.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma and relevant program experience, or a bachelor's degree.
- Completion of at least three years of a bachelor's degree.
- Preferred fields of study include Political Science, Government Affairs, Communications, Public Health, or Public Policy.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington County, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
- This is a paid, temporary, part-time position.
About State of South Carolina
The State of South Carolina operates as a government agency. It manages public services for a population of over 5 million residents. The organization maintains headquarters in Columbia and employs over 7,500 people. Its operations span eight metropolitan areas including Charleston, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach.
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