Internship

Intern with Us!

Join The Policy Stack as a Legislative & Policy Intern to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of policy, media, and advocacy. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn the mechanics of modern lobbying while contributing to meaningful projects that shape public policy.
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The Value to You
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This is more than just an internship; it's a capstone experience for any student serious about a career in policy, law, or government affairs. As an intern with The Policy Stack, you will:
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• Gain Substantive, Real-World Experience: Move beyond the classroom and apply your academic knowledge to real-time legislative challenges. The research and analysis you produce will be used in actual lobbying campaigns.

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• Build a Professional Network: You'll work directly with experienced lobbyists and have opportunities to interact with legislative staff, industry leaders, and other policy professionals, building a valuable network for your future career.

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• Develop Critical Skills: Sharpen your research, writing, and analytical abilities in a fast-paced professional environment. You'll learn how to distill complex information into actionable intelligence—a skill essential for any policy or legal career.

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• Enhance Your Resume: An internship with a respected lobbying firm provides a significant advantage in the competitive job market for policy and legal positions after graduation.

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• What to Expect: This is an unpaid internship. Expect to work remote approximately 20 hours per week. Hours can be tailored to the needs of your graduation requirements. While a remote role is ideal for day-to-day, applicants in the Kansas City metro, Lawrence or Topeka will be offered at least one in-person experience either at the Capitol, or a policy related event.

 
Application Process
We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented candidates who are rising juniors or seniors in college who are also currently enrolled in a public policy or law school program. A strong interest in state-level politics and excellent written communication skills are essential.
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To apply, please submit the following documents in a single PDF file:
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1. A cover letter explaining your interest in the internship and what you hope to contribute to The Policy Stack.

2. Your current resume.

3. A one-page writing sample on a public policy topic of your choice.

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Please email your complete application to internships@thepolicystack.org with the subject line "Legislative & Policy Internship Application." Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.