About the role
About the job
Monument Advocacy seeks college-, post-graduate- or graduate-level candidates for a PUBLIC POLICY INTERNSHIP based in downtown Washington, DC.
Monument is a nationally recognized consulting firm, focused on government relations, strategic communications, and public affairs. We maintain groundbreaking practices in numerous fields, including technology and innovation; sustainability; tax, trade, and economic policy; travel and immigration; defense and cybersecurity; healthcare; food, agriculture, energy, and more.
Interns will have significant opportunities to witness the public policy and legislative process first-hand and to gain real government relations, public affairs, and strategic communications experience.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Conducting legislative, political, and policy research;
- Tracking bills, regulatory developments, and current events related to client interests;
- Covering congressional hearings, briefings, and off-the-Hill policy events;
- Drafting and editing policy materials, client and coalition memos, and summaries of hearings, bills, and regulations;
- Supporting coalition and client advocacy efforts, including meeting notes, follow-up, and project coordination; and,
- Assisting in business development proposals and research.
The goal of the internship program is to expose highly motivated pre- and early-career professionals to the everyday operations of a government relations firm. Interns will be given meaningful assignments in order to develop a range of skills including research and writing; personal development through inter-office communication and team-building skills; critical thinking and time management based on real-life deadlines; and a realistic understanding of the legislative and regulatory process.
A successful Intern will possess strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and the desire to learn more about Congress and the public policy process.
This internship is in-person.
To apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, writing sample (3-5 pages), and two references to this link: forms.gle/sAi9zRfDTxN1VYX16
APPLICANTS WITHOUT ALL DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
*This is a temporary, full-time, nonexempt internship paying $18.40 per hour. The internship is expected to last up to four months during Fall 2026, with an anticipated schedule of approximately 40 hours per week. Occasional evening events may be required, and all working time will be paid in accordance with applicable law.*
*This temporary internship isn’t eligible for Monument’s company-sponsored health and welfare benefits.*
*Monument Advocacy is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, matriculation, or any other status protected by applicable law.*
*For more information about Monument Advocacy, our team members, and our clients, please visit www.monumentadvocacy.com.*