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Parsons Corporation Government Relations Intern (2025) in Washington, District Of Columbia
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Job Description:
Government Relations Intern
Part-Time, Paid Government Relations Intern (2025)
Parsons Corporation is seeking a dedicated and passionate Government Relations intern to provide support to the Government Relations team for 2025.
The selected candidate will become familiar with the Government Relations team’s role in Congressional, Executive Branch, state and local governments and policy in the critical infrastructure and national security domains.
This candidate will enjoy a hybrid work arrangement in the Washington DC area.
Job Description:
Research and track legislation at the state and federal levels.
Summarize relevant Congressional hearings, Executive branch reports, state and local activity, think tank webinars, and industry events.
Draft and prepare internal communications on relevant legislation, regulations, and Government Relations activity.
Draft preparation materials for company executives, including biographies, agendas and talking points.
Research and analysis pertaining to the Parsons Political Action Committee and lobbying disclosure reporting.
Support Government Relations team projects, events, and other activities and assignments as needed.
Develop valuable skills, network, and gain exposure to Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and state executive and legislative branches.
Qualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, National Security, Engineering or related field.
GPA of 3.0 or greater
Preferred Skills:
Strong analytical, writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
Interest in critical infrastructure, defense, national security, government, and legislative affairs
Interest in technology and innovation
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask and work independently
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Corporate team.
We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.
Salary Range:
$14.66 - $24.95
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.
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Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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