Legislative Intern

Job Description

Legislative Intern | The Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL)

The Tone:
This is a volunteer position at The Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL), located remotely. A4AL operates as a bipartisan coalition, uniting national security experts and young professionals with a shared dedication to restoring American credibility and effectiveness abroad, primarily through advocating for robust international assistance. This internship offers a unique opportunity for individuals to delve into the intricacies of legislative advocacy, observing and supporting how a mission-driven organization conducts its government relations work from behind the scenes. Interns will gain practical, hands-on experience in the fundamental aspects of policy advocacy, community organizing, and political campaign support, directly contributing to A4AL’s overarching mission of championing effective international engagement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Volunteer
• Type: Flexible hours
• Location: Remote

• Mission: This person contributes significantly to A4AL’s advocacy efforts by actively engaging with legislative processes, public opinion, and political campaigns, ultimately championing the organization’s policy positions on robust international assistance and American leadership.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Congressional Advocacy: You will engage directly with congressional staffers in meetings to effectively advocate for A4AL’s mission and specific policy positions.
• Community Organizing: You will support local organizing efforts within the community or on campus, ensuring these activities align with the Alliance’s broader goals.
• Public Influence: You will draft compelling letters to the editor to influence public opinion and shape policy discourse, supporting A4AL’s external communications.
• Strategic Research: You will conduct thorough legislative research, providing critical information that will directly inform and strengthen A4AL’s advocacy strategies.
• Campaign Engagement: You will provide direct, hands-on support to political campaigns endorsed by A4AL through various field organizing activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career individuals demonstrating an interest in Congress, foreign policy, or nonprofit advocacy are encouraged to apply.
• Experience: No prior policy experience is required for this position, making it an excellent opportunity to gain foundational knowledge in the field.
• Skills: Reliable, Detail-Oriented, Organized, and possessing Strong Written Communication Skills to effectively contribute to A4AL’s efforts.
• Bonus: An interest in Congress, foreign policy, or nonprofit advocacy.