About the role#
The Messina Group is hiring interns for the fall of 2026. This role reports to the Project Associate and involves working with various staff members in our Washington, DC office. Interns are paid and expected to work between 12 and 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Support daily office operations and administration.
- Track and distribute news clips for the office and clients.
- Assist staff with writing memos.
- Complete research projects.
- Handle other assigned tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- You are a current undergraduate student.
- You have an interest in politics and consulting.
- You are a self-starter who can exceed expectations with little direction.
- You are comfortable working in a rapid-response environment.
- Preferred majors include Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, Journalism, or Public Health.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
- Interns work from our Dupont Circle office Monday through Thursday, with an option to work remotely on Friday.
- Schedules are built based on your availability between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm ET.
- The internship begins the week of August 17, 2026.
About The Messina Group
The Messina Group is a consulting firm based in Washington, DC. Founded in 2013, the company provides services in government relations, political consulting, and business strategy. It operates with a team of 37 employees across offices in the United States and London. The firm supports clients in the corporate, advocacy, and political sectors.
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