KIP Spring 2026 Events Intern R Street Institute

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Koch Internship Program(KIP) is a paid 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nations most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically located within the U.S. and authorized to work in the U.S. through the duration of the program.

Throughout your internship you will gain meaningful professional experience at a partner organization and participate in professional development built around a 2-day in-person summit hosted by Stand Together Fellowships at Stand Togethers Headquarters in Arlington Virginia supported by virtual programming that takes place every other Thursday between 1- 3:30 pm ET. Interns will receive either a $7500 or $5500 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (24 hours/week).

The programming provided by Stand Together Fellowships focuses on three objectives:

1. understanding the foundational principles of a free society such as individual liberty limited government free markets and the rule of law;

2. learning the Stand Together communitys vision for change and how a principled approach to problem solving can help address societys biggest challenges; and

3. presenting opportunities and pathways to build a career that advances liberty and free society.

Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance!

Please note that all Koch Internship Program interns MUST be available every other Thursday (Jan. 22 Feb. 12 Feb. 26 March 12 March 26 and April 9) from 1-3:30 PM ET for virtual professional development training AND the in-person summit at Stand Togethers Headquarters in Arlington VA Feb. 6-Feb. 7.

ROLE SUMMARY

Support R Street in-person and virtual events as well as assist with R Street event-related data management planning creatively for future event opportunities and more. This role will work cross-functionally with R Streets policy and Government Affairs teams as needed. The individual in this position will be part of the Events unit which is nested within the broader Communications team at R Street providing the opportunity to meet and learn from a wide variety of experts in the field.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Events

Supporting logistics for the organizations in-person events held in Washington D.C. and the surrounding area as well as assisting with virtual events

Collaborating with colleagues on the policy and shared services teams to promote events to audiences

Executing logistics action items for well-run professional events including coordination with staff contractors and event participants

Identifying ways to improve our event planning and execution

Communications & Branding

Supporting the Event Teams data management systems

Helping prepare and review event-related communications including a newsletter and follow-up communications

Working collaboratively with R Street staff to help maximize the impact and reach of the Institutes wide range of policy research and writing

Assisting with the marketing of other R Street policy programs to general audiences organizations foundations media outlets and other stakeholders

Pitching ideas for fun and cost-effective swag items

Participate in collaborative team meetings and planning sessions

CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Authenticity

Continuous learning & development

Creativity

Values and prioritizes inclusivity

$5500 - $7500 a year

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences perspectives knowledge and ideas fuels creativity broadens knowledge and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty dignity respectand welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolorracereligionreligious creedsexgenderor gender identitygender expressionsexual orientation national origin citizenship ethnicity ancestry age physical disability mental disability medical condition pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions)military andveteran statusgenetic informationmaritalor familialstatus political affiliationor any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Intern

The Koch Internship Program(KIP) is a paid 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nations most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically locate...