Full Time Internship | Washington D.C.
Summer 2024: Internship Examples

This company considers themselves to be ‘serial entrepreneurs’ and are excited to point others in the right direction to succeed. They love the challenge of helping a person or business begin a new endeavor. They are a member of the Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants and the International Association of Professional Business Consultants. They are a consulting company specializing in small and medium-sized enterprises or small and medium-sized businesses consulting. Intern tasks can include: – Compiling and review of supporting documentation for various audits – Assist in the reconciling of corporate credit cards – Preparing Standard Operating Procedures for the Finance Department – Gathering and organizing administrative information, such as procurement limits, property inventories, information about bank accounts

This company employs innovative e-commerce marketplace solutions to manage, value, and sell inventory and equipment for business and government clients. They operate a network of leading e-commerce marketplaces that enable buyers and sellers to transact in an efficient, automated environment offering over 500 product categories. Their superior service, unmatched scale, and ability to deliver results enable them to forge trusted, long-term relationships with over 10,000 clients worldwide. Intern tasks may include: – Shadowing staff members to gain an understanding of U.S. business practices – Conducting project research – Practicing sales and logistics management – Communicating with staff members across various departments to ensure the success of ongoing projects

This company propels top brands through today’s digital landscape by listening and creating vision specific content. This organization is made up of a community of abstract thinkers and creative problem solvers. As thought leaders they bridge the gap between strategy conceived and strategy executed. Intern tasks may include: – Effectively communicate and document pertinent business and project information for reports to be presented in project debrief meetings – Continuously improve performance and ensure operational excellence is achieved – Research and develop business initiatives from inception to implementation – Manage team Communication – Lead meetings and present projections and sales initiatives – Coach team members to promote proper procedures and customer service practices

This is a startup engagement platform connecting large enterprises with startups. Fortune 500 companies use the company to aggregate internal needs, post projects and review submissions from startups. Startups use the platform to create profiles, add business development history and apply to projects. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting online research of startup ecosystem nationally and internationally – Brainstorming effective outreach strategies – Using outreach tools unique to the company – Attending team meetings with supervisors – Posting to social media pages

This is the nation’s largest professional employee organization and they are committed to advancing the cause of public education from pre-school to university graduate programs. The organization has affiliates in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting research and analyzing data – Writing and editing content for online resources – Posting to social media accounts – Participating in and assisting with meetings and policy forums

This network provides its audience access to the live gavel-to-gavel proceedings of the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, and to other forums where public policy is discussed, debated and decided––all without editing, commentary or analysis and with a balanced presentation of points of view. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting in research, writing and/or production for a specific unit or department – This may include learning aspects of print and video production; technical, promotional and public relations techniques or program production

This company has led the field of strategic forecasting for 20 years with a succession of improved websites. It is a web-based system that pools the knowledge of experts to forecast breakthroughs in technology, social trends, and wild cards to assist decision makers in managing a changing world. Intern tasks may include: – Conducting research – Drafting reports – Assisting with website development

This is an online marketplace for student housing. They help students, interns and professionals connect with local hosts, roommates and room providers. Their primary goal is to match the right guests with quality hosts. They ensure that every listing on their platform is real and authentic. Intern tasks may include: – Reviewing current sprints with Senior Software Engineer – Identifying loopholes and gaps to suggest improvements on product – Mobile application development and design for the product

This is an international non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, Belgium with offices in 16 countries throughout Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. They work with businesses, foundations, governments and communities to build customized local and global partnerships that meet the world’s growing demand for food. Since their inception in 1985, they have designed and implemented enterprise-based, agricultural development initiatives to facilitate market access, enhance agribusiness competitiveness, increase productivity and improve access to inputs and credit across 43 countries worldwide. Intern tasks may include: – Performing IT support around the office, with support from Sr. IT Leadership – Assisting the HQ staff with tasks such as setting up for meetings, ensuring the conference rooms are technically prepared for meetings, filing, scanning, shredding and other miscellaneous jobs – Helping upgrade all HQ computers – Assisting with resolving, diagnosing and repairing day to day PC issues – Participating in planning and executing network and system upgrades, enhancements and growth

This is a Tony Award®-winning, non-profit professional theater company with a mission to produce contemporary musicals and plays, reinvent classic musicals, develop new work, and reach its community through engaging educational and outreach opportunities. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with rehearsals, in-class workshops and in preparation of study materials studied by nearly 1,800 students annually – Coordinating free community events and programming – Assisting in supervising programs, and overseeing administration for classes and programs – Maintaining administrative duties for all education programs

This organization provides government, businesses, and other organizations with the consumer’s perspective on concerns including child labor, privacy, food safety, and medication information. The mission is to protect and promote social and economic justice for consumers and workers in the United States and abroad. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with outreach related to an annual national competition – Developing materials such as study aids to be posted on the website – Writing questions for the online quiz and live competitions – Working on special projects such as program outreach, recruitment of state coordinators, and assessment of the program

This NGO is the nation’s leading organization in lifelong environmental learning, connecting people to knowledge they use to improve the quality of their lives and the health of the planet. They achieve this by providing knowledge to trusted professionals and other leaders who, with their credibility, amplify messages to national audiences to solve everyday environmental problems. Intern tasks may include: – Researching emerging social media platforms. – Posting to social media accounts according to the organization’s guidelines and departmental guidance – Tracking the growth and impact of the organization’s social media – Researching new innovative communications techniques.

This is an environmental sustainability, research, and public affairs consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., with offices in Dakar, Senegal. They meld public service values and subject matter expertise to offer customized program management, organizational development, and strategic communication and marketing services that are smart, responsible, and meet client’s goals for lasting success and impact. Intern tasks may include: – Supporting food production and stormwater capture by researching and providing policy briefs on monetization of credits – Collecting data on organizations, corporations, foundations, and other entities doing work in plant-based medicine and consolidate information into actionable items such as reports and presentations – Building key lists upcoming grants and funding opportunities, and develop timelines and research direction – Drafting blogs, letters, tweets, and other content for promotion and marketing

This is a nonprofit organization that communicates ideas essential to solving environmental problems. Their books, products, and program activities help stimulate new ideas, educate professionals and the public, inspire environmental protection, and prepare the next generation of environmental leaders. Intern tasks may include: – Synthesizing complex ideas into digestible, social-media friendly snippets – Communicating effectively with different audiences within the environmental community by talking with educators, professionals, and the interested public – Gaining a deeper appreciation for environmental issues by understanding the current state of knowledge on issues surrounding climate change

This is a co-working community designed to help small businesses and tech startups succeed in the government contracting market. This organization is an incubator for government technology companies and they are beginning to build an online education platform. It also serves as a marketplace where tech startups, agencies, and small businesses convene to exchange ideas and do business. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting the Events Director for all events – Managing the industry events calendar, seeking out industry events and adding them – Seeking out and work with event vendors for all events – Working with event partners and sponsors to make sure their needs and expectations are met – Seeking for opportunities to improve the events program and implement them

This company is a lifestyle magazine for US Latina women. They have been wildly successful. Interns will get to plan professional and social gatherings, work with clients, and see projects through from beginning to end. The intern may also get to travel outside of the DC area to places like New York to help manage the events they put together! Intern tasks may include: – Designing invitations for events – Assisting staff with general office duties (mailings, faxing, photocopying, filing, etc.) – Conducting research on relevant topics for the magazine’s special issues – Assisting the events coordinator with events – Analyzing the data received from the surveys sent by companies, public relations agencies, governmental agencies, and universities – Responsible for creating strategic alliances with hotels, partner organizations, photographers, and florists

This organization’s mission is simple: connect government to improve government. They aim to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government. The organization serves a community of more than 200,000 government leaders by helping them to foster collaboration, learn from each other, solve problems and advance in their government careers. They do this through a variety of mechanisms including blogs, discussions, research guides, online trainings, mentorship programs, and more. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with the planning, coordination, and implementation of in-person and online events – Creating post-event ROI metrics reports for sponsors – Develop slide decks, surveys, and other digital training materials – Supporting the Events Director in day-to-day operations

At the intersection of art and social change, this organization is designed to provide support and resources to emerging artists working on projects which address issues of social justice, civic engagement, and community building. Intern tasks may include: – Working alongside the team, curators and artists, on logistical planning and execution of the organization’s city-wide arts and dialogue festival – Assisting the festival’s Project Manager behind-the-scenes with pre and post-festival arts administration needs to include: communications, artist contracts and payment fulfillment, exhibition installation, on-site problem solving, and all other areas related to proper project management and event-related logistics management for the festival – Assisting with arts programmatic development, and implementation of said arts-focused programming, for their two week Intensive program featuring curated international and national artists of a selected media

This organization’s award-winning documentaries and compelling reality television series are consistently broadcast in primetime on the leading American and pan-Arab cable and satellite networks. Their messages of hope, innovation and intercultural exchange have reached into the homes of tens of millions of viewers throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the United States. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting staff in planning upcoming fundraising events, including helping secure speakers and guests as well as other logistics – Working with a team to draft content for social media communication, press releases and other promotional materials – Helping secure speaking engagements for leadership and other opportunities for increased visibility – Helping research and prepare applications for film festivals and awards competitions to showcase their latest productions – Assisting with donor communication and occasional data entry – Helping the organization expand its profile and network by representing the organization at relevant events in Washington, D.C.

This company works at the intersection of good business and social value. With decades of experience and a deep global network, their innovative approach helps clients mitigate risk and build opportunity in emerging markets around the world. They work with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to non-profits to technology start-ups, creating innovative partnerships, CSR, and social outreach programs. Intern tasks may include: – Working as part of a team to support existing and new clients – Researching idea lab initiatives – Attending and representing the company at events – Other office activities as needed

This is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit health, education, and creative arts organization. Their mission is to develop and promote healing practices that explore physical, emotional, and mental resources that lead to life-affirming changes for people living with illness and for the community at large. Their programs focus on cultivating each person’s innate ability to heal, helping participants explore meaning and maintain hope—even in the face of life’s challenges. Many programs are open to the community, while others focus on serving those affected by cancer. Intern tasks may include: – Administering an internal in-depth audit of the organizational accounting and filing systems as part of the audit prep – Assisting with audit prep, including creating audit schedules and gathering needed documentation to ensure a smooth audit process – Learning about financial reports, reconciliations, and forecasting – Helping with grants applications, budget creation and grants reports

This organization’s mission is simple: connect government to improve government. They aim to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government. The organization serves a community of more than 200,000 government leaders by helping them to foster collaboration, learn from each other, solve problems and advance in their government careers. They do this through a variety of mechanisms including blogs, discussions, research guides, online trainings, mentorship programs, and more. Intern tasks may include: Intern tasks may include: – Assisting in the layout and design of written products – Assisting event and marketing departments in designing collateral for events, including posters, icons, web banners, etc. – Image researching, illustration and designing marketing materials and collateral for print and the web – Designing and developing new web landing pages

This is a full-service, award-winning digital communications firm offering strategy, design & development, and targeted advertising to advance issues and organizations they believe in. Intern tasks may include: – Designing of website landing pages – Tagging and organizing media assets – Designing branding and identities for campaigns and candidates – Rendering icon illustrations

A lifestyle magazine for US Latina women is looking for a Graphic Design intern to assist in the day to day production of the magazine. Interns will gain first-hand experience in design, page layout, and may even get to contribute directly to articles and features. Intern tasks may include: – Designing ads for the Business Series organized by the magazine – Helping the Assistant Editor in editing articles featured in the magazine before being published – Designing internal and/or external publications, brochures, advertisements, fliers, and direct marketing materials as assigned

This organization offers a unique internship experience that lets students explore the many sides of history and historical research in the DC area, while gaining experience in all aspects of our work here at the project. The collection includes political pieces, speeches, newspaper columns and transcripts from radio and television. This placement is committed to offering interns a wide range of archival and editing experiences — including organization of documents, web development, and general office work. Students are also encouraged to complete independent research projects on topics related to the holdings of the project. Intern tasks may include: -Archiving and editing experiences -Completing an independent research projects on topics related to the holdings of the project or other collections in the DC area -Gaining experience using the Library of Congress and the National Archives, as well as other local repositories

This is the leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider and regularly ranks as one of the top staffing and recruiting firms in North America. Areas of specialization include: Accounting and Finance, Administrative and Office Support, Contracts and Acquisitions, Customer Service and Call Center, Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, Information Technology, Paralegal/Legal Support, and Creative and Marketing. Intern tasks may include: – Helping the team achieve key performance goals by assisting with scheduling 20 Interviews per week; and conducting all pre-employment steps associated with applications – Keeping up to date with all emails and voice mails to communicate all issues to the team for follow up with clients and field employees – Assisting team with applicant sourcing through all available platforms including our database, job boards, social media, networking and referrals

This organization’s mission is simple: connect government to improve government. They aim to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government. The organization serves a community of more than 200,000 government leaders by helping them to foster collaboration, learn from each other, solve problems and advance in their government careers. They do this through a variety of mechanisms including blogs, discussions, research guides, online trainings, mentorship programs, and more. Intern tasks may include: – Writing and editing research reports, blog posts, and other written products – Conducting interviews and researching/analyzing on latest government topics – Attending government-related events in DC and capturing content ideas – Recruiting, identifying, and interviewing experts though leaders in government

This is a nonprofit organization that communicates ideas essential to solving environmental problems. Their books, products, and program activities help stimulate new ideas, educate professionals and the public, inspire environmental protection, and prepare the next generation of environmental leaders. Intern tasks may include: -Reviewing and evaluating book proposals and manuscripts -Becoming familiar with the book publishing process through participation in editorial planning, cover design, and ‘decision to publish’ meetings -Learning the process of assembling and preparing elements of a book for production through art research, manuscript formatting, or proofreading

This attorney has recovered millions in just compensation for families who have been harmed by defective drugs and devastating negligence. They have leveraged their trial experience, creative legal thinking and key resources to successfully litigate groundbreaking cases involving tough medical and legal issues. They work with an exceptional network of experts including medical doctors in various specialties, preeminent scientists, and researchers. Intern tasks may include: – Preparing and proofreading legal documents and correspondence for immigration, personal injury, consumer protection and product liability, and family law cases – Assisting with legal research – Drafting legal memorandum – Communicating with clients, and perform follow-up in obtaining necessary evidence or relay instructions from attorneys, perform intakes and brief attorneys regarding potential cases

For more than 80 years, this organization’s lawyers have provided a continuum of legal services to clients in the areas of domestic violence/family, housing, public benefits, and consumer law. In addition to providing direct representation, they also help clients avoid unnecessary legal entanglements through outreach and education, and help them resolve their own disputes with advice and other brief assistance. They also work to identify systemic issues that have an impact beyond an individual client. In such cases, they often seek structural solutions – from changes in law or regulatory schemes to a reform of government or court practice – to benefit their client community. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting staff in representing individuals and families in adversarial proceedings in D.C. Superior Court and before a variety of public agencies – Answering telephone inquiries from persons seeking legal assistance – Filing and retrieving court documents – Greeting potential clients who come to the organization for assistance – Serving subpoenas

This organization is dedicated to preventing children and youth from becoming involved in the courts and upholding the highest standards of care when youth are charged with wrongdoing and enter the justice system. This coalition envisions a nation where fewer children are at risk of delinquency; and if they are at risk or involved with the justice system, they and their families receive every possible opportunity to live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives. Intern tasks may include: – Researching federal and state regulations governing the treatment and disposition of cases involving juveniles in the juvenile court – Preparing periodic research summaries for staff as necessary or requested – Fact-checking and revise a range of products to conform with organizational style requirements and to ensure accuracy – Analyzing, synthesizing, and summarizing dense and complex information accurately, clearly, and within a short time-frame

This is a full-service, award-winning digital communications firm offering strategy, design & development, and targeted advertising to advance issues and organizations they believe in. They are comprised of strategists, writers, creatives, analysts, and developers, all in-house. Intern tasks may include: – Drafting and editing outbound emails and advertising copy – Creating and updating campaign reports – Helping with the development of advertising creative – Performing background research

This organization’s mission is simple: connect government to improve government. They aim to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government. They serve a community of more than 200,000 government leaders by helping them to foster collaboration, learn from each other, solve problems and advance in their government careers. They do this through a variety of mechanisms including blogs, discussions, research guides, online trainings, mentorship programs, and more. Intern tasks may include: – Grow social media communities and tracking engagement – Help with marketing efforts and execution of in-person and online events and written products – Analyze effectiveness of email and social media campaigns – Develop daily email newsletters, including the review and selection of content – Work closely with the team lead on audience acquisition strategies including public relations and outreach

This Embassy has ties to other embassies all over the world. They help businesses of all sizes, across major sectors, to succeed in international trade, education and investment. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting with market research and writing reports, event management, online social media, student enquiries, website development, and administrative tasks. – Working primarily with the education team while supporting the investment and trade team as needed

This organization serves thousands of students in 18 schools with their full-time program, teaching valuable skills like teamwork and cooperation while reducing conflict and restoring learning time. They’re also poised to reach thousands more students, teachers and youth workers through a new product. Intern tasks may include: -Contributing to the marketing and communications efforts of the organization -Supporting advocacy efforts and consensus building around the area of child health, education, and play -Interviewing constituents, engaging donors, promoting programs, events and reporting relevant news about the organization -Designing, drafting, and executing on marketing emails -Researching content to create blog posts

This is an international non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, Belgium with offices in 16 countries throughout Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. They work with businesses, foundations, governments and communities to build customized local and global partnerships that meet the world’s growing demand for food. Since their inception in 1985, they have designed and implemented enterprise-based, agricultural development initiatives to facilitate market access, enhance agribusiness competitiveness, increase productivity and improve access to inputs and credit across 43 countries worldwide. Intern tasks may include: – Collecting and editing news and success stories from the field for use in a variety of purposes and for a variety of audiences – Writing press releases for distribution and follow up with relevant local media – Providing website support both technical and editorial, updating content, publishing news stories and maintaining and administrating social networking site information – Maintaining and creating social networking campaigns – Assisting in the recruitment of agribusiness experts and local staff for proposals as well as ongoing program needs; – Formatting of personnel documents to comply with proposal guidelines

This organization mobilizes health professionals on issues that represent the gravest dangers to human health: climate change and nuclear weapons. They have been working for more than 50 years to create a healthy, just and peaceful world for both the present and the future generations. Intern tasks may include: -Assisting in all aspects of the humanitarian campaign -Contributing to advocacy efforts and social media outreach -Interacting with politicians -Developing presentation skills to assist in advocacy efforts -Working with other chapters and activists in different states to educate health professionals

This NGO, headquartered in Washington, DC, is a private, non-profit organization started in 1977 by U.S. alumni. It is the largest organization of this type of alumni in the world and one of approximately 70 national alumni associations. Their mission is to engage current and former exchange participants in lifelong experiences that advance international understanding through volunteer service to communities, people-to-people diplomacy, and dialogue on global issues. Intern tasks may include: -Promoting membership by assisting with creating promotional content and campaigns -Developing contact lists and spreadsheets of advisors and other contacts on campuses -Conducting member outreach through calls and e-mails to coordinate registrations, dues payments, and donations -Researching news and policy updates about the program, including political decisions and funding

Established in 1924, this is the professional association and labor union of a US diplomatic organization. Their principal missions are to promote a strong, effective professional career with the institutional backbone of American diplomacy, to protect the professional interests and rights of its members, ensure the maintenance of high professional standards for all American diplomats, career or political appointees, and to promote understanding of the critical role of diplomacy and development in promoting America’s national security and economic prosperity. Intern tasks may include: – Coordinating virtual advocacy meetings – Monitoring legislative issues and congressional hearings – Helping with message development – Drafting memos, articles, talking points, speeches, and other types of statements – Supporting issue-driven advocacy/grassroots mobilization campaigns

The is the leading US Consumer Interest Group. An intern here will work with campaign and advocacy staff to demonstrate support for issues at the state and national level; writing and compiling reports. The group focuses on consumer protection, health, transportation, clean water & air, and more. Intern tasks may include: – Reading up on issues and bills on data security, privacy, credit bureaus, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Potentially helping track bills and writing recaps of those bills – Assisting with scheduling meetings with Congressional staff and joining some of those meetings on an as-needed basis – Reaching out to coalition partners to join projects, such as sign-on letters and video projects

This is the leading post-9/11 veteran empowerment organization with the most diverse and rapidly growing membership in America. They don’t just support veterans, they empower them! They provide valuable resources and empower veterans to connect with one another, fostering a strong and lasting community. Through education, advocacy and community building, they strive to create a country which honors and supports veterans of all generations. Intern tasks may include: – Obtaining an understanding of how policy is formed and practiced – Learning how to track and analyze new legislation – Learning how to study, draft, and publish briefs, blogs and papers on current issues facing veterans – Having an opportunity to attend meetings on Capitol Hill, illustrating firsthand how Congressional hearings, events and conferences work

This is a national think tank based in Washington, D.C. that supports women legislators serving at every level of government nationwide. Their mission is to empower women legislators beyond term limits, across the aisle, and over state lines through the development and use of integrated research models and technology. Intern tasks may include: – Assisting staff with developing their short and long-term policy agends – Developing and foster relationships with the NGO leaders, Research Experts, and Women Legislators serving in municipal, state, and federal legislatures nationwide – Contributing to the development and dissemination of the organization’s various publications

Founded in 1998, this is a national nonprofit that empowers families to break the cycle of poverty. They operate program sites in four major cities – Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and Washington, D.C. – where they connect hardworking parents and caregivers of young children to the people, tools and resources they need to achieve greater economic security and well-being. They believe that by investing in families during children’s earliest years, they can break the cycle of intergenerational poverty. Intern tasks may include: – Creating a positive, welcoming climate for parents and their families – Building and maintaining positive relationships with parents, partner agency staff members, and the local community – Providing high-quality coaching to 10-20 parents to support their achievement of career and financial goals – Conducting follow-up research on behalf of parents on topics relevant to their goals

This company is a lifestyle magazine for US Latina women. They broke new ground in 1994 by launching the first national magazine dedicated to the needs and concerns of the contemporary Latina professional working woman and the Latina business owner in the United States. Intern tasks may include: – Researching market trends and venues for promotion of the company – Interfacing with customers – Researching possible sponsorships – Assisting with dynamic on-site marketing – Pitching and following-up products to be released in columns – Preparing Media Kits

This organization is an incubator for government technology companies and they are beginning to build an online education platform. It also serves as a marketplace where tech startups, agencies, and small businesses convene to exchange ideas and do business. Intern tasks may include: – Working with the Managing Partner and other team members to produce photo and video content which will be used as a final product on the website – Structuring, directing, filming, and editing lectures and interviews