Part-Time Lobbying and Policy Intern
Job Description
Hybrid work schedule!
Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is in search of a Lobbying and Policy Intern for a temporary, non-exempt position in its Washington D.C. office. With over 400 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized as providing clients with outstanding value and service. If you are a self-starter and enthusiastic about developing your knowledge, skills and abilities in navigating the public sphere, then this might be an exciting opportunity for you!
Under the direction of the Firm’s Legislative Director, the Lobbying and Policy Intern will provide administrative and legislative assistance to our growing Lobbying and Policy practice group. Preferred applicants will have excellent research and writing skills, and previous experience working in the field of government relations and/or working on Capitol Hill. An interest in education, healthcare, and intellectual property policy is preferred and a Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred. The person selected for this position must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. This temporary, non-exempt position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Job Responsibilities
- Monitor the US Congress, which would include tracking legislative activity and drafting write-ups of Congressional briefings, hearings, and markups.
- Prepare and draft reports on Congressional and federal regulatory activity.
- Conduct research using Bloomberg Government, Congress.gov, and other research databases.
- Prepare internal and external correspondence and other administrative duties as requested.
Job Requirements
This position has the following requirements:
- Ability to work approximately 30 hours a week for approximately 12 weeks.
- Must possess a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills so as to be able to work well with employees at all levels within the organization and maintain all information in the strictest of confidence. Required to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
- Must have ability to read, write and communicate fluent English; ability to compose documents in the appropriate business style using correct grammar and spelling; ability to communicate clearly using proper grammar and diction over the telephone.
- Must possess attention to detail, ability to balance multiple projects and have strong time management skills.
- Must have ability to reason and apply common-sense understanding to situations encountered.
- Ability to process routine daily functions while being able to resolve sensitive issues and complex assignments utilizing above average critical thinking skills.
- The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order for them to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. These include being both mobile and stationary throughout the workday, having the ability to transport 20 pounds, and being able to operate a computer and other business equipment found in the office.
Thompson Coburn LLP is a large, full service, multi-state firm with offices in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and Washington D.C. At Thompson Coburn, our behavior and the expectations we have of ourselves are guided by the values that we hold in the highest regard: integrity, a passion for excellence, a focus on serving the client, a value of diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Within the Firm, we value each other as people and colleagues.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
How to Apply
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