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Krieg DeVault LLP

Legislative Intern

Indianapolis, IN

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Krieg DeVault LLP is seeking to hire legislative intern(s) for the 2027 Legislative Session. The ... Krieg DeVault legislative interns will be responsible for assisting Governmental Affairs Practice ...

Krieg DeVault LLP

Legislative Intern

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Krieg DeVault LLP is seeking to hire legislative intern(s) for the 2027 Legislative Session. The ... Krieg DeVault legislative interns will be responsible for assisting Governmental Affairs Practice ...

Arizona Department of Administration

$15 - $18/hr

Legislative Policy Intern Job No: 542406 Work Type: Internship, Part-time, Temporary Location ... Affairs/Administration and Law. -Experience working in a fast-paced office environment with ...

Utaustin

Shera Eichler Legislative Internship

Austin, TX · On-site

$4.4K/wk

Governmental Affairs and Initiatives ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled ... intern will support office operations, conduct policy research, and correspond with legislative ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for legislative affairs intern in the United States is $16.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Legislative Affairs Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legislative Affairs Intern, you need a strong understanding of government processes, research and writing skills, and coursework in political science or public policy. Familiarity with legislative tracking tools, CRM databases, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are commonly required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are standout soft skills. These abilities are crucial for supporting legislative advocacy, tracking policy developments, and effectively communicating with stakeholders.

What are some typical projects or tasks a Legislative Affairs Intern might work on during their internship?

As a Legislative Affairs Intern, you can expect to assist with tracking legislation, preparing briefing materials, attending committee hearings, and drafting summaries or reports for senior staff. Interns often conduct policy research and help coordinate meetings with legislators or stakeholders. Collaboration with other interns and team members is common, providing valuable exposure to the legislative process and networking opportunities within the organization.

What does a Legislative Affairs Intern do?

A Legislative Affairs Intern assists legislative staff by conducting research, tracking legislation, preparing briefs, and attending hearings or meetings. The role involves supporting communication between lawmakers, stakeholders, and the public, and may include drafting reports, policy summaries, or correspondence. Interns gain firsthand experience in the legislative process and contribute to the development and analysis of policy proposals.
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Legislative Intern

Krieg DeVault LLP

Indianapolis, IN

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

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Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Krieg DeVault LLP is seeking to hire legislative intern(s) for the 2027 Legislative Session. The internship is full-time beginning the first week of January. The 2027 Legislative Session is a long session, which by statute must end no later than April 29, 2027. The end date of the internship is somewhat flexible; however, we usually retain our interns at least one week after the last day of session. It is anticipated that interns will work primarily at the Indiana State House and Government Center. On days when the General Assembly does not convene, interns are expected to work in our Indianapolis office. The salary is to be determined and will be based on the prior experience, if any, of the prospective interns. Most colleges and  universities grant credit for this internship, but the allocation of that credit is at the discretion of the school. Please email our contact person listed below with any questions or to submit a resume and cover letter.

Essential Job Duties:

Krieg DeVault legislative interns will be responsible for assisting Governmental Affairs Practice Group members with a variety of duties related to the policy making process. These duties will include: bill tracking, attending committee meetings and preparing memos on meetings, preparing weekly reports for clients, organizational tasks, information gathering and other tasks as needed.

  Minimum Requirements:

Successful candidates will  be able to adapt to the fast-paced environment of the legislative process, demonstrate poise during last minute schedule changes, and respond to the various needs of practice group members in a timely and accurate manner. Attention to detail is of the utmost importance. Successful candidates will also possess excellent organizational skills as well as oral and written communication skills. Legislative interns must demonstrate a high level of professionalism as they will be exposed to and need to interact with elected officials, legislative staff and other governmental affairs professionals. The internship provides firsthand experience of the challenges of passing legislation in the Indiana General Assembly.

Firm Description:

Krieg DeVault LLP is a law firm with professionals representing a wide variety of local, regional and national clients. It is a general practice law firm with practice areas in corporate, banking, health care, estate planning, probate, tax, litigation, environmental, public finance, municipal and governmental affairs, among others. The firm has offices in Indianapolis, Carmel, Crown Point, Mishawaka, and Chicago. For more information, please visit www.kriegdevault.com.

Contact: To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to the contact person listed below. Interested applicants should submit resumes as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, September 11, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Amy E. Schwarz

Director of Association Management and Strategic Initiatives

(317) 238-6383

aschwarz@kdlegal.com

EEO Policy: It is the policy of Krieg DeVault LLP that an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, U.S. military veteran status, national origin, age, genetic information, family status, or other characteristics protected by law are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

E-Verify: Krieg DeVault LLP participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program. With all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration and, when applicable, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.