Paid Spring 2027 Internship in DC

About the Role

Woodberry Associates is seeking a paid intern to join our dynamic team of public and government affairs professionals in Washington, DC. The internship program offers meaningful, practical work and the opportunity for career exploration and development, aiming to prepare participants for success in the workplace by developing core competencies. Woodberry Associates specializes in nonprofit and coalition management and stakeholder engagement in the fields of health care and education policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support selected client divisions in the day-to-day management of nonprofit and patient advocacy organizations and other clients.
• Research, distill, and communicate on health care policy topics.
• Develop external communications, email marketing, and social media content.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

• Develop effective work habits, including time management, organizational skills, and personal accountability.
• Improve communication and analytical skills.
• Build interpersonal skills to form professional relationships and work within a team structure.
• Develop a clearer understanding of career interests.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Interest in honing written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stay on task and prioritize projects.
• Adaptability to meet changing priorities.
• Sense of initiative, looking for opportunities to innovate and improve.
• Willingness to learn and incorporate feedback.
• The internship is paid at the rate of $18.40 per hour.
• Interns are expected to work in the office approximately 40 hours per week.
• Positions are in-person in our Washington, DC office.
• The program lasts approximately 12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at a college or university.
• Must be at least a rising junior.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply by emailing [email protected] with "WA Spring 2027 Intern" in the subject line. Include your resume and answers to the following questions:

• Are you available full-time, 40 hours/week?
• Can you work onsite in our DC office 4 days per week?
• Can you commit to at least 12 full weeks for the program?
• Why are you interested in interning with Woodberry Associates?
• What skills and strengths would you bring to this internship?
• What do you hope to learn or accomplish during this internship?

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis but must be submitted no later than Friday, November 13, 2026.