Governance Program Spring Intern

Job overview

The Governance Program Spring Intern role is hybrid in Washington, DC. The internship provides an $3,000 stipend, paid in two equal installments, and runs January 26 through April 1, 2027, for 18–20 hours per week. The Governance Program works to strengthen voting processes, build trust in government, and support bipartisan leadership. The intern supports the program’s project areas through research, legislative tracking, policy writing, event support, and administrative assistance for convenings. This work contributes to the program’s efforts to advance policy solutions, strengthen institutions, and foster bipartisan collaboration.

What you'll do

• Assist with research for the three project areas
• track relevant state and federal legislative activities
• draft written materials on policy research
• support event planning and execution
• provide administrative support for internal and external convenings
• take on additional responsibilities based on the candidate’s interests.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

governance program

spring internship

bipartisan policy center

washington dc

hybrid

spring 2027

18-20 hours weekly

$3,000 stipend

policy research

legislative tracking

elections

structural democracy

governing and civics

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• $3,000 stipend paid in two equal installments
• professional development and networking opportunities.

Why this role

The internship offers exposure to policymaking and think-tank work, professional development, and networking with staff and interns. The schedule is set with the intern manager and can be adjusted around class commitments.

About the employer

Bipartisan Policy Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Civic and Social Organizations. Sector: 81.