About the role#
Vannevar Labs is seeking a Public Policy & Community Affairs Intern based on O‘ahu to join our Government Relations team. This position supports our engagement efforts across Hawaiʻi and the broader Indo-Pacific region. You will work closely with the Director of Government Relations and the Public Policy & Strategy team to strengthen relationships with policymakers, community organizations, and industry associations. This role is designed to expand our local presence and ensure consistent, high-quality engagement with stakeholders across government, academia, and civil society.
What you'll do#
- Build and maintain relationships with state and local officials, congressional offices, and public agencies.
- Conduct stakeholder mapping, coordinate meetings, prepare briefings, and manage follow-up activities.
- Partner with industry associations, chambers of commerce, and innovation networks.
- Represent the company at community-led events, panels, and roundtables to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- Assist in building relationships with nonprofits and local leaders to support community-informed programming.
- Track policy initiatives related to technology, resilience, workforce development, and regional security, synthesizing findings into actionable memos.
- Act as a bridge between on-island Government Relations and internal mission teams to align on messaging and goals.
- Provide operational support, including event logistics, scheduling, and note-taking.
What you'll need#
- Demonstrated interest in public policy, government relations, community affairs, or civic engagement through internships, campus work, or community leadership.
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to operate independently and proactively in a lightly structured environment.
- Familiarity with the policy and community landscape in Hawaiʻi.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Competitive hourly pay.
About Vannevar Labs
Vannevar Labs creates software for defense and national security missions. The company focuses on decision support and information management for government agencies. Founded in 2019, it operates out of Palo Alto, California. The organization employs 186 people.
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