Government Affairs Intern

Overview

NJBIA is seeking Spring 2022 interns, who have strong research and writing skills, a basic understanding of governmental processes, and an interest in New Jersey politics, to join our Government Affairs team. Selected interns are financially compensated for their hours worked: undergraduate students receive $13.00/hour and graduate students receive $16.00/hour. The association also works with interns to secure academic credit, if applicable.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in policy and economic research;
• Assisting in quantitative and qualitative research;
• Assisting in the development of educational materials on high-priority legislative issues;
• Attending state legislative committee meetings;
• Monitoring state and federal legislation and regulatory issues;
• Drafting correspondence and policy positions;
• Maintaining databases;
• Attending and assisting at events.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate junior/senior or a graduate student majoring in Political Science, Government Affairs, Public Policy, Business, Economics or related disciplines;
• Proven success in research methods and/or economics course(s);
• A strong interest in research;
• Proficiency in state/federal database navigation;
• Proficiency in excel;
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work well independently and in a team atmosphere;
• Must have the ability to complete work in a timely manner;
• Must be well-organized and highly reliable.

Interns will report to the Chief Government Affairs Officer.

A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three recommendation letters are required.

Students should indicate the research methods and/or economics courses taken in their cover letter.

NJBIA Contact: Chrissy Buteas, Chief Government Affairs Officer- cbuteas@njbia.org