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Thompson Coburn LLP · 12 hours ago

Lobbying & Policy Intern

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$19/hr - $19/hr

Thompson Coburn LLP is a large full-service law firm seeking a Lobbying and Policy Intern for a temporary summer position in its Washington D.C. office. The intern will provide administrative and legislative assistance to the Lobbying and Policy practice group, including monitoring Congress, drafting reports, and conducting research.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Monitor the US Congress, which would include tracking legislative activity and drafting write-ups of Congressional briefings, hearings, and markups

Prepare and draft reports on Congressional and federal regulatory activity

Conduct research using Bloomberg Government, Congress.gov, and other research databases

Prepare internal and external correspondence and other administrative duties as requested

Qualification

Research skillsWriting skillsGovernment relations experienceAttention to detailFluent EnglishInterpersonal skillsTime managementCritical thinking

Required

Ability to work approximately 30 hours a week for approximately 12 weeks

Must possess a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills so as to be able to work well with employees at all levels within the organization and maintain all information in the strictest of confidence

Required to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

Must have ability to read, write and communicate fluent English

Ability to compose documents in the appropriate business style using correct grammar and spelling

Ability to communicate clearly using proper grammar and diction over the telephone

Must possess attention to detail

Ability to balance multiple projects and have strong time management skills

Must have ability to reason and apply common-sense understanding to situations encountered

Ability to process routine daily functions while being able to resolve sensitive issues and complex assignments utilizing above average critical thinking skills

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order for them to successfully perform the essential functions of the position

These include being both mobile and stationary throughout the workday

Having the ability to transport 20 pounds

Being able to operate a computer and other business equipment found in the office

Preferred

Excellent research and writing skills

Previous experience working in the field of government relations and/or working on Capitol Hill

An interest in education, healthcare, and intellectual property policy

A Bachelor's degree

Company

Thompson Coburn LLP

Thompson Coburn is a full-service, values-driven law firm with offices strategically located in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Southern Illinois, St.

Founded in 1929