Legislative Intern
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Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) - Legislative Intern
About the Program
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program offering professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience.
Internship Focus
- Research
- Communications
- Government Affairs
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in formulating policy papers.
- Collect data for original investigative studies.
- Research and write for CAGW's annual publications:
- Congressional Pig Book
- Prime Cuts
- Government WasteWatch eNews
- Contribute to special projects, including issue briefs and policy papers.
- Opportunity to initiate projects.
- Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of CAGW's activities due to a small staff.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and events.
- Perform clerical duties from time to time.
Internship Details
- Available year-round.
- Varying length: a semester to a few weeks.
- Flexible work hours: part-time or full-time.
- Gain exposure to work with Capitol Hill, the White House, government agencies, and other nonprofit organizations.
- Work may involve close collaboration with staff members or require significant independence.
Research Internship Areas
- Healthcare and science
- Technology and telecommunications
- Federal regulations and taxation
Requirements & Qualifications
- Early-career professionals, including undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates.
- Geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.