2027 Government Relations Intern

Location: Washington D.C.; in-person orientation, program kickoff, and final presentation travel required

Salary: $23.50–$30.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops defense, national security, and space technologies focused on mission-critical solutions and human space exploration.

What you will do

• Research legislative, regulatory, policy, industry, and government developments relevant to the company.
• Monitor congressional, executive branch, agency, and other government activities and summarize key developments.
• Research and organize information about policymakers, agencies, government stakeholders, and industry organizations.
• Support policy briefs, issue summaries, presentations, talking points, meeting materials, and internal readouts.
• Attend or listen to hearings, briefings, policy events, and meetings, preparing concise summaries and takeaways.
• Collaborate with internal teams, maintain government affairs information, and complete research projects accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university, preferably in political science, public policy, government, international relations, business, economics, communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, government, or related areas.
• Strong research, analytical, critical-thinking, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must satisfy U.S. Government space technology export requirements: U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, protected individual status, or eligibility to obtain required authorizations.

Nice to have

• Previous experience or coursework in government, public policy, legislative affairs, political science, or business.
• Experience with policy, legislative, regulatory, or industry research and tracking government activities.
• Familiarity with Congress, federal agencies, state or local government, or government affairs.
• Interest in defense, national security, aerospace, technology, infrastructure, or related policy areas.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Ten-week immersive internship program running from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
• Project-based work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Mentorship, networking, professional development, training, and team learning opportunities.
• Equal opportunity employment environment.

Hiring process

• Submit an application through the company’s application process.
• Participate in an in-person orientation and program kickoff, followed by a final presentation at program completion.