The mission of the Government Relations department at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is to promote AEI’s scholarship among top government officials on Capitol Hill, in the White House, in state legislatures, and in federal agencies. The Government Relations intern will conduct policy research on a wide array of issues for staff, draft correspondence on policy issues to distribute to federal and state audiences, assist in tracking legislation, and observe and participate in outreach strategy. Successful candidates will be self-starters; have strong oral, written, and research skills; be detail oriented and organized; and be interested in public policy, politics, and current events.

The start dates for the summer program are May 27 and June 3. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this summer, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your preferred start date and note your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.  Please note that a cover letter and writing sample are both required, in order for your application to be considered complete.

About AEI Internships

AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally have a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI internship program runs 12 weeks. Please see the internship program home page for updates about the program.