Internship Interest Form
$14 - $16/hr
Legislative Intern: You'll work with our Senior Director of Government Relations and Public Policy to execute on an intentional strategy during the legislative session. * Volunteer Tutoring Intern:
Internship Interest Form
$14 - $16/hr
Legislative Intern: You'll work with our Senior Director of Government Relations and Public Policy to execute on an intentional strategy during the legislative session. * Volunteer Tutoring Intern:
Internship Interest Form
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$14 - $16/hr
Legislative Intern: You'll work with our Senior Director of Government Relations and Public Policy to execute on an intentional strategy during the legislative session. * Volunteer Tutoring Intern:
Internship Interest Form
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$14 - $16/hr
Legislative Intern: You'll work with our Senior Director of Government Relations and Public Policy to execute on an intentional strategy during the legislative session. * Volunteer Tutoring Intern:
Legislative Policy Intern information
What are the typical responsibilities of a legislative policy intern and how do they contribute to the legislative process?
Legislative Policy Interns typically assist with researching legislation, drafting policy briefs, attending committee hearings, and summarizing key issues for legislative staff. They often help track bill progress, analyze policy impacts, and prepare materials for meetings with stakeholders. By providing vital research and administrative support, interns play an important role in helping legislators make informed decisions and keeping the legislative office running efficiently. This hands-on experience also enables interns to learn about the legislative process and develop valuable professional connections.
What is a legislative policy intern?
Legislative Policy Interns are students or recent graduates who assist lawmakers, government agencies, or advocacy organizations with research, analysis, and administrative tasks related to policy development and legislation. Their responsibilities often include attending hearings, preparing briefing materials, drafting memos, and tracking legislation. This role provides valuable experience in the legislative process and public policy analysis, and is often a stepping stone for careers in law, government, or public affairs.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a legislative policy intern, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Legislative Policy Intern, you need strong research, analytical, and written communication skills, often supported by coursework in political science or public policy. Familiarity with legislative tracking tools, government databases, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically expected. Attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are standout soft skills. These abilities are crucial for effectively supporting lawmakers, contributing to policy analysis, and ensuring the accuracy and impact of legislative work.
$14 - $16/hr
Internship
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Job description
Description
PURPOSE
At United Way of Salt Lake, we're committed to solving complex social problems at scale. We collectively work with organizations across the valley to ensure the education, health, and financial stability of every person.
Working with UWSL is an opportunity to expand your experience to nonprofit work in a variety of fields. We have internship opportunities that involve community engagement, volunteer planning, data, and others.
BENEFITS AND COMMITMENT
Our internship positions are filled as needed internally, with a few seasonal opportunities that recur regularly. All of our interns are provided with a competitive hourly compensation (between $14-16).
Internship opportunities are designed to provide candidates with meaningful work experience. To best meet the needs of individuals and the business, internships can range between eight and 16 weeks long.
Requirements
OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in interning with UWSL, please complete our Internship Interest Form. Internship opportunities include:
FALL
- Legislative Intern: You'll work with our Senior Director of Government Relations and Public Policy to execute on an intentional strategy during the legislative session.
- Volunteer Tutoring Intern: Work with our volunteer and school network teams to execute student-centric tutoring efforts.
SPRING
- 211 Database Intern: Working with our extensive resource database, you'll have the opportunity to develop critical skills in data evaluation, accuracy, and manipulation.
- Marketing Events Intern: You'll learn about project and event planning as you help executive major fundraising and marketing events.
SUMMER
- Development Intern: You'll assist our fundraising team execute corporate campaigns and prepare presentation materials.
WINTER
- Grant Writing Intern: You'll work with our Grants Director to develop grant writing skills.