GAPP Summer Intern

Steptoe LLP, a Washington, DC-based Am Law 100 firm, is actively seeking a legislative and regulatory intern to support the initiatives of the Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) Group. GAPP interns assist members of the team in monitoring and analyzing legislative, regulatory, and political developments for clients across a variety of industries. Day-to-day responsibilities include tracking legislative trends, researching public policy issues, covering congressional hearings and executive branch meetings, drafting memorandum and reports, and general administrative support.
Steptoe’s GAPP internship program follows the academic semester/summer schedule. The summer internship will begin in late May and end in mid-August.
For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and two-to-four-page writing sample with subject matter relevant to government affairs and public policy. Applicants who fail to submit all three materials will not be considered.

Core Intern Responsibilities

*Support members of the GAPP practice group in monitoring and analyzing legislative, regulatory, and political developments for a diverse range of clients.
*Draft clear, well-reasoned memorandum for clients on congressional hearings and executive branch meetings.
*Monitor federal and state legislation for trends in priority policy areas.
*Synthesize key takeaways from national and international news for weekly client reports.
*Conduct a variety of research in support of GAPP initiatives.
*Assist with administrative functions as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

*Currently an undergraduate junior or senior pursuing a four-year college degree from an accredited university, or recent graduate.
*Demonstrated interest and some relevant experience in legislative affairs and/or political science (Capitol Hill experience is a plus).

Success Factors

*Strong attention to detail.
*Effective communicator.
*Advanced research, writing, and analytical skills.
*Excitement to learn and self-starter mindset.
*Team player and positive attitude.

Work Environment

*Non-smoking environment.
*Available to work in the office as needed during normal business hours, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., a minimum of three days a week, Monday through Friday.