Public Law & Policy Intern (Fall 2026)

The resume submittal deadline for this position is Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST

Location: Washington, D.C.

Schedule: 20-25 hours a week; 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Internship

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 part-time Intern in 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 Public Law & Policy Intern will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Public Law & Policy practice, as well as get the opportunity for exposure to clients with varied policy issues—foreign sovereign matters, tax, immigration, health care, energy and a wide variety of other interests.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Conduct basic research and package findings

• Attend and summarize congressional hearings

• Assist with policy events and client meetings in the practice group’s Hill office meeting space

• Draft memoranda as requested

• Provide some administrative support to senior lobbyists in the group

• Attend meetings on the Hill with various stakeholders

• Other legislative 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 as needed

The hourly rate range for this position in Washington, DC is $19.50 to $23.50 based on level of education.

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The resume submittal deadline for this position is Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST

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