Paid Public Affairs Intern DC Policy & Government

Posted 17 days ago

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Public Relations Specialists Other General Government Support

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About the role

National Restaurant Association invites driven students and recent graduates to join its Public Affairs internship in Washington, DC. The role offers exposure to Government Relations, Public Policy, and Grassroots, with work on Federal, State, and Local legislation and events. You will interact with member entities, attend Capitol Hill events, and contribute to research, newsletters, and policy tracking. The position runs ~12 weeks, with 20–40 hours weekly and a hybrid schedule (Mon–Wed onsite,

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