Associate, Federal US Government Engagement New College Grad 2026
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Associate Research Analyst will support Visas North America Government Affairs team across a range of political and public policy initiatives with a focus on legislative and regulatory matters in support of the NA GA Federal team.
This role is wellsuited for a new college graduate interested in public policy government relations or political engagement who is eager to learn and grow in a fastpaced collaborative environment. Responsibilities will span administrative support event planning research writing and exposure to strategic initiatives that support Visas North America government affairs priorities.
The successful candidate will be highly organized detailoriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities. They should demonstrate strong written communication skills intellectual curiosity and a proactive mindset. This role offers a strong foundation and development opportunity for someone early in their career looking to build experience in government engagement and public policy within a global organization.
While prior professional experience is not required relevant academic coursework internships campus involvement or volunteer experience related to government public policy political science or communications is strongly valued. Exposure to financial services or technology policy is a plus but not required.
The Associate will regularly support timesensitive work and collaborate with both internal and external partners making good judgment attention to detail and a willingness to learn critical to success.
This primary support role provides meaningful exposure to government engagement work and is an excellent development opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in public policy or corporate government relations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support drafting and editing of written materials including executive correspondence briefing materials and engagement summaries
- Assist in tracking and supporting the federal NA GA teams engagement with consultants legal counsel trade associations think tanks and other key partners
- Help support event planning for visiting Visa executives and external partners including logistics and site visits
- Conduct research and help summarize key policy issues or developments relevant to the payments industry
- Provide administrative and coordination support for the Visa Political Action Committee (PAC)
Qualifications :
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree graduating May 2025 - August 2026.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship academic or campus experience related to public policy government communications research or business
- Educational focus in public policy political science business economics or a related field (preferred not required)
- Exposure to legislative regulatory or government engagement processes through coursework internships or extracurricular involvement
- Strong writing capabilities including experience drafting research summaries briefing materials or professional correspondence
- Ability to synthesize information quickly and communicate key takeaways clearly
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with crossfunctional partners
Additional Information :
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary for a new hire into this position is $77000/hear USD which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA/HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.
Work Authorization: Permanent Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment for this position. Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
Work Hours:Varies upon the needs of the department
This is a hybrid position: Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Travel Requirements:This position requires travel5-10% of the time.
Mental/Physical Requirements:This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
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- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
About Company
Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our purpose is to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and b ... View more
