Government Affairs Intern

The Government Affairs intern will work closely with the Government Affairs Director to fulfill government relations, communications and administrative functions. CAIR’s expanding government affairs department coordinates nationwide advocacy work on issues of public policy. Former CAIR interns and staff have gone on to accept jobs with members of Congress and in the White House.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legislative research and policy analysis on issues facing the American Muslim community
• Attend and summarize hearings and briefings on Capitol Hill and other government events
• Assist the department in tracking legislation
• Write press releases and action alerts
• Participate in grass roots Get Out the Vote campaigns and community engagement
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Be enrolled in college or be a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in government, public policy, international relations, or another related field
• Previous government or advocacy experience preferred
• Previous campaign experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of legislative processes
• Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to write quickly and effectively under deadline
• Demonstrates follow-through and time management skills with assigned tasks

Requirements:

• Must be willing to work 20 hours per week around intern’s schedule