Intern Public Policy

ABOUT UNITED WAY

United Way mobilizes communities around the world to close gaps and open opportunities so everyone can thrive. Through our global network spanning 37 countries and 1100 communities United Way connects partners donors volunteers and community leaders to tackle the root causes of the worlds most complex challenges while making a positive impact in the lives of millions of people. Learn more at unitedway.

INTERN EXPERIENCE AT UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE

Interns at United Way Worldwide gain valuable learning and working experience at a leading nonprofit organization. Our goal is to make every intern who works with us learn about the area of work they believe they plan to pursue after graduation. We want each intern to feel included valuable and productive in the department in which they are assigned. In addition to the handson experience youll receive working at the largest nonprofit in the world you will be provided with weekly meetings led by subject matter experts and professional development workshops when available.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

The internship opportunities are open to current students attending a college or university. Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States and have all documentation at the time of their application. Internship schedules will generally be Mondays through Thursdays off on Fridays.

POSITION DEPARTMENT

Public Policy team; Strategy and Innovation

POSITION SUMMARY

The United Way Public Policy Internship is available to students interested inadvancing public policy initiatives within the nonprofit sector. To be considered for this internship you should have some knowledge of the federal legislative process and possess strong communication organizational research analysis and relationshipbuilding skills. Preference will be given to applicants with experience interning or working for government entities (local/state/federal) community organizing or supporting political offices. You will work closely with Public Policy team members to assess government activities of importance to United Way Worldwide and will develop materials and research to assist in our advocacy efforts outreach programs and key initiatives. As an intern you will conduct important analysis to better inform the work of the team build key relationships across the United Way network and nonprofit sector partners and help the team execute highimpact policy events and engagements that support United Ways work around our four impact areas of Healthy Community Community Resiliency Youth Opportunity and Financial Security.

PRIMARY PROJECTS

• Support the gathering of intelligence and information about political and policy issues
• Track monitor and analyze legislation
• Interact with United Way staff at all levelsand with external congressional staff fellow United Way network partners and local community groups
• Support annual United Way Advocacy Forum & Capitol Hill Day planning and
• Participate in meetings with various stakeholders

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate school program
• Experience maintaining professional relationships
• Highly proficient writing analysis and research skills
• Proficient in MS Office

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Educational background in Political Science Government/Public Policy Economics Social Work Education or Public Health preferred
• Successful candidates are organized detailoriented and effective communicators
• General knowledge of legislative process

HELPFUL INFORMATION

• Weekly meetings and supplemental professional development workshops provided onsite
• Complete a learning plan according to schools requirements for those receiving a grade
• Chance to meet and work with nonprofit subject matter experts and leaders at UWW
• Free coffee & tea onsite
• Free parking at United Way Worldwides parking garage
• Near Blue/Yellow Metro line (Braddock Metro Station) and then board Alexandria Free Dash bus that has stops directly across from our building

LOCATION

This internship takes place at the United Way Worldwide office at 701 N. Fairfax St. Alexandria VA 22314.

TIME FRAME

Summer June 2 2025 to July 31 2025

Pay Rate:$21.00 $25.00 / hour

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

United Way Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed disability veteran status marital status age sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry genetic information and other legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please email or calland provide the nature of your request and your contact information.

Thank you for your interest in an internship opportunity with United Way Worldwide. You will be contacted if your qualifications are a good match and you are selected for an interview.