Business Forward - Policy Internship

Description

 

The policy team at Business Forward provides commentary and analysis for developments inside and outside Washington. As a policy intern, you will be able to research and gain experience in a number of different issue areas, while looking at each from the perspective of business owners. The policy intern will work closely with the rest of the team in conducting research and creating content.

Responsibilities include:
• Researching policy issues related to business and the economy
• Tracking releases of economic indicators and policy reports
• Contributing to issue briefs and reports
• Creating content for social media
• Attending policy discussions and events

Qualifications

 

Applicants are expected to have strong skills in research and writing, as well as experience with using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Applicants with experience using other data visualization software will be given added consideration. Candidates should have a strong interest in policy analysis and approaching specific issues from a business perspective. Please provide a brief writing sample, resume, and cover letter with your application.

 The internship is located in our Washington, D.C. office, and can be done on either a part-time or full-time basis. We are seeking candidates for a 16-week fall 2014 program. Applications will be due by July 9th and interviews will occur on a rolling basis.

 

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