Spring 2027 Workforce Programs Intern

Application Deadline is October 19. For Spring 2027, the Partnership will prioritize hiring interns from the following schools:  Florida International University  George Mason University Ohio State University – John Glenn College of Public Affairs and the Washington Academic Internship Program (WAIP) Syracuse University – Maxwell School of Public Affairs Trinity Washington University  University of California schools – UCDC Washington Center Program University of Maryland University of Michigan  University of Pennsylvania  University of Texas at Austin – LBJ School of Public Affairs This  is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington  Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship.

ORGANIZATION  The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a big mission: we’re working to ensure the government is dynamic, innovative and that it effectively serves the American people. We’ve got a great team that helps make it happen. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values: Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government.

People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration and respect. Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results. Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible.

We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. Are you ready to join our team?   POSITION OVERVIEW The Partnership’s Workforce team helps the public sector address critical talent gaps by administering internship and fellowship programs that inspire early career talent to public service, engaging human capitol professionals at all government levels, developing processes and proposals to expand to state and local governments, and designing and implementing new recruitment and retention strategies for agencies across the country.   The Partnership’s Workforce Programs interns have the unique opportunity to develop leadership, project management and coordination skills by helping our team deliver a variety of programs. During their internship, interns will learn more about project management, event planning, data collection, relationship management, proposal development, marketing and customer service.

Interns will also develop research skills through a variety of projects.   Our interns will be placed in one of two portfolios: Early Career Talent and Employee Engagement.   Early Career Talent interns support programs designed to develop the next generation of public servants with a focus on higher-education related stakeholders.   Employee Engagement interns support human-capital focused programming, with an emphasis on program delivery and event planning.   At the end of their term, interns will walk away with a greater understanding of how public sector employers keep their staff engaged, retain early career talent through government internships and understand the hiring process from an employer’s perspective. Our team is seeking candidates with an interest in learning about the public sector who are detail-oriented, have solid time management habits with strong written and verbal communications skills and are comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a willingness to pitch in. Applicants with interests and background in social science and public policy are highly encouraged to apply.   WORK ENVIRONMENT  This job operates in a professional office environment in Washington, DC and occasionally at local external venues.

This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer and scanner.  The Partnership adheres to all federal, state and local employment laws.   COMPENSATION Full-time interns will receive $2,000 per month. Part-time intern compensation will be pro-rated accordingly.   LOCATION This is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship.  This is a hybrid internship, with an expectation of on-site work approximately two days per week once office space is available.

One on-site day is Wednesday.    EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK     Business hours are Monday-Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, though exact work hours may vary depending on availability and need. Academic schedules will be accommodated; a part-time schedule may be considered. There may be occasional early morning or evening activities required.   TRAVEL  If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day.      RECRUITMENT PROCESS The applicant review and selection process depends on the number of applicants.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to fill positions before the application deadline. We strive to conduct interviews (virtual interviews) and have offers extended within a month after the application deadline.