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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP Intern (Public Law & Policy) in Washington, District Of Columbia
The resume submittal deadline for this position is Friday, July 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. EST
Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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 supporting our Public Law & Policy practice for Fall 2024.
The Public Policy Intern will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. The role will report to assigned attorney(s), advisor(s) and practice management, and will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Public Law & Policy practice. Interns will receive in the course of their time with us, 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
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The resume submittal deadline for this position is Friday, July 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. EST #LI-DNI
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