Federal Policy Intern
Standtogether
About the Role
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships, offering professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience at non-profits tackling pressing policy challenges. This internship is with the Pacific Legal Foundation (PLF), a national nonprofit law firm that litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents and battles for freedom. Interns are expected to work part-time (24 hours per week) remotely by default, with the option to request to work physically in PLF's offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; or Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The program is for Spring 2027.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting legislative and other research to support policy drafting.
- Drafting one-pagers, op-eds, blog posts, and other supporting documentation for PLF’s model policies.
- Reviewing legislation and providing support to the State Policy team.
- Working with PLF's capabilities—litigation, strategic research, coalitions, and communications—to draft legislation, model bills, one-pagers, research memos, and blogs and op-eds supporting the mission and vision.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Ability to work part-time (24 hours per week).
- Inquisitive, creative, and self-motivated.
- Knows the principles of liberty and seeks to advance them.
- Curiosity about the law and public policy.
- Knowledge of and a principled passion for individual liberty, one that transcends private or other political interests.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Eligible candidates will be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program.
- College junior, senior, grad student, or recent graduate.
Application Requirements
Submit in ONE PDF:
- A résumé that includes relevant experience in the liberty movement and professional skills.
- A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants.
Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide:
- A writing sample.
- A semester schedule (if taking classes during the internship period).