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Akin

Political Law Intern

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

We are currently seeking a Political Law Intern to support our Public Law & Policy practice for ... Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook, Excel and ...

Echelon Insights

Data Team Roles

Alexandria, VA · On-site

You don't need to be a political operative to work here, but you should have a keen awareness of the broader ecosystem Echelon Insights operates in. * You use AI tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and ...

Echelon Insights

Data Team Roles

Alexandria, VA · On-site

You don't need to be a political operative to work here, but you should have a keen awareness of the broader ecosystem Echelon Insights operates in. * You use AI tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and ...

Cscc

Adjunct - Political Science

Columbus, OH

$55.88/hr

The Adjunct - Political Science position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive ... State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)

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Political Law Intern

Akin

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 20-25 hours a week; between 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Political Law Intern to support our Public Law & Policy practice for Fall 2026, reporting directly assigned attorney(s), advisor(s), and practice management.
 
This position will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. The Political Law Intern will be responsible for supporting the needs of our Political Law practice, as well as get the opportunity for exposure to clients with varied legal questions—campaign finance, pay to play, lobbying registration and reporting, gift and ethics rules, and a wide variety of other interests.
 
Key responsibilities of this position include:
  • Conduct basic research and package findings.
  • Assist with client requests for registration and reporting thresholds and gift rules.
  • Draft memoranda as requested.
  • Work on discrete projects as requested by senior attorneys.
  • Attend meetings and calls with clients.
  • Other support functions as required.
Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, two years of college preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of the legislative process a plus, but not required.
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong research and writing skills.
  • Ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize among competing tasks under pressure and time constraints.
  • Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers and superiors.
  • Good judgment and a strong sense of responsibility, integrity and loyalty.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client, firm and office information and adhering to the Firm’s Core Values.
  • Able to work overtime.

The hourly rate range for this position in Washington, DC is $19.50 to $22.50. 

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