The Niskanen Center is searching for qualified interns to support our policy and outreach staff this summer. Internship opportunities are available in these policy departments: climate, immigration, defense, technology, and poverty. Opportunities are also available in the traditional media / social media department and in the federal affairs department. These are paid internships, based in our Washington, D.C. office.

Policy interns will be responsible for assisting in the generation of opinion content on a regular basis, in both blog post and op-ed form. They will assist Niskanen Center scholars in researching and writing policy papers. Candidates must be well-versed in their issue area, and prepared to participate in meetings with congressional staffers and coalition partners. Strong research and writing skills are a plus.

Media interns will help identify opportunities to promote our work to the appropriate journalists, and track the Niskanen Center in the news. Candidates should have a strong understanding of  social media best practices, and will assist in developing and implementing social media strategy. Strong research and writing skills are required, and a degree in English, Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, and/or Marketing are a plus.

Federal affairs interns will assist in promoting Niskanen Center’s work in the halls of Congress. Interns will conduct research on members of Congress and upcoming legislation, in addition to attending and monitoring congressional hearings. Previous experience on Capitol Hill is required.

To Apply:

Please send the following (and any questions) in one email to intern@niskanencenter.org:

  1. Resume
  2. Which department(s) you are applying for
  3. Two short writing samples (less than 1,000 words each)
  4. 300-word explanation of why you are applying to the Niskanen Center and the department(s) you chose

Due to high volume of applications, we are unable to notify unsuccessful applicants. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The deadline for applications is Friday March 31st. 

About the Niskanen Center:

Established in 2014, the Niskanen Center is a libertarian think tank that works to change public policy through direct engagement with the policymaking process. The Center looks to develop and promote pragmatic proposals for policymakers, build coalitions to facilitate action, and marshal the most convincing arguments in support of our agenda.