External & Legislative Affairs Undergraduate Internships

About the Role

• This is a full-time onsite, 10-12 week summer program for highly qualified undergraduate students and recent graduates interested in future leadership opportunities within the External & Legislative Affairs department.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various AT&T departments, including Legislative Affairs, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Corporate Responsibility.
• Learn how community outreach supports external affairs priorities.
• Participate in professional development workshops.
• Gain exposure to and interact with AT&T leadership.
• Attend high-profile community and civic events.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams, etc.).
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Interest in emerging technologies, including AI, and digital tools.
• Ability to draft presentations and correspondence for internal and external audiences.
• Strong prioritization, time management, and organizational skills.
• Aptitude to respond to ambiguity and complexity.
• Capacity to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
• Passion for political science, community/social impact, and/or business law.
• Interest in learning key business processes.

Qualifications

• To be a rising senior or recent graduate of an undergraduate degree program.
• Preferred academic concentration in Political Science, Public Policy, Business, Management, Communications, Pre-Law, Finance, or another relevant degree.
• Strong GPA valued.
• Strong integrity and sound judgment.
• Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, collaborate, and engage with teams at all levels.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach to solving problems and achieving goals.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and interest in innovation and continuous learning.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range: $53,900 - $80,900 USD.
• Individual starting pay may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
• Perks and benefits include:
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time off and holidays (with up to 4 days of paid time off during internship and company-designated holidays)
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• A paid Community Day and participation in company-sponsored volunteering events
• Note: Additional benefits listed in the raw description, such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, etc., appear to be associated with permanent roles and are not explicitly stated as available for this internship.