Government Relations Intern

PRG Background: The Washington, DC-based bipartisan Policy Resolution Group (“PRG”) at Bracewell LLP creates and implements strategic communications and government relations campaigns to help clients navigate the complex federal landscape. PRG provides integrated advice that coordinates the political, legal, and public affairs components necessary for success in the nation’s capital.

Position Description: This intern will assist PRG’s government affairs team in conducting policy research, reporting on and attending Congressional hearings, and developing political and client-based content including memorandums, executive summaries, and position papers for our partners and clients. The internship is ideal for someone who is interested in furthering his or her education and experience in government relations, lobbying, and advocacy. The intern will also assist in policy strategic communications and media research as needed. As one of the nation’s top lobbying groups, intern assignments and work will be directly tied to the successful implementation of strategies to achieve our clients’ government relations objectives. 

This position will be in person and Washington, DC area residency is required.

Principal Responsibilities: The intern’s primary responsibilities will include:

• Compiling important research for PRG and our clients in a wide variety of fields including energy and the environment, security, health, trade, and tax policy.
• Developing and editing written documents and materials relating to client matters.
• Observing and reporting on Congressional/agency-level hearings.
• Representing PRG in person at hearings, conferences, meetings, and other public events in and around the DC area.
• Monitoring conversations and online activity across a variety of news sources and social networks.
• Assisting the strategic communications team with the media research, media planning, and drafting of communication materials.

Qualifications:

• Current or recent undergraduate or graduate student.
• Washington, DC area residency.
• Creative self-starter who is comfortable with taking initiative and working in collaboration.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills with the capability of quickly distilling complex policy issues into concise client materials.
• Areas of study in political science, history, international affairs, economics, or communications preferred.
• A desire to learn more about advocacy work and gain experience in the political sphere in the private sector.
• Prior experience with government affairs including campaign work, lobbying, or Capitol Hill experience a plus.

This internship is part-time during the fall semester paid. Resume, cover letter, and a three-page (maximum) writing sample should be sent to prginternshipapp@policyres.com. Please reference the position in the subject of the e-mail.