Legislative Intern (GAPP)

Steptoe LLP, a Washington, DC-based Am Law 100 firm, is actively seeking a Legislative Intern to foster the initiatives of the Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) Group. The intern would assist members of the GAPP practice group in monitoring and analyzing legislative, regulatory, and political developments for a variety of clients. Day-to-day tasks include researching public policy issues, covering congressional hearings, writing memos, and arranging and coordinating meetings on Capitol Hill. This is a part-time position.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resumes, and writing sample.

Essential Functions

• Assist in researching and drafting cogent analysis of legislative, regulatory, and political developments
• Work with team to develop and implement advocacy strategy
• Attend external meetings and events and act as a representative of Steptoe and its clients
• Interact in a professional manner with policymakers and staff
• Correspond with clients and relevant parties
• Research GAPP initiatives
• Track hearings and write reports and analyses regarding relevant issues
• Assist members of the government affairs and public policy practice group in monitoring andanalyzinglegislative,regulatory,andpoliticaldevelopmentsforawidevarietyof clients.
  
  

Non-Essential Functions

• Complete other duties asassigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a four-year college degree from an accredited university
• Demonstrated interest and some relevant experience in legislative affairs and/or political science (Capitol Hill experience a plus)
  
  

Success Factors

• Attention to detail and quality work product
• Strong communicator - persuasive speaker
  
  

Work Environment

• Non-smoking environment
• Available to work in the office as needed during normal business hours, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30pm., Monday through Friday
  
  

Success Factors

• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Strong professional customer service skills, positive attitude
  
  

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $20/hr. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.