Job Description
****The resume submittal deadline for this position is Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST****
Location: Washington, D.C.
Schedule: 20-25 hours a week; 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday
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 in our Public Law & Policy practice for Fall 2026, reporting directly assigned attorney(s), advisor(s), and practice management.
This position will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. The Public Law & Policy Intern will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Public Law & Policy practice, as well as get the opportunity for 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 as needed
The hourly rate range for this position in Washington, DC is $19.50 to $23.50 based on level of education.
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP participates in E-Verify for purposes of verifying employment eligibility
****The resume submittal deadline for this position is Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST****
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