Public Affairs Intern

Aon is looking for a Public Affairs Summer Intern in Chicago!

Your impact as a member of the Public Affairs Team

Public affairs intern would help support, prepares, interprets, reviews and monitors legislation and regulations affecting Aon in coordination with Aon business units. The individual will be primarily focused on activities in North America and secondarily on assigned state regulatory activities as they relate to the insurance industry. The individual will work directly with Public Affairs lead across Aon as well as participate in various capacities with trade associations, advocacy groups as well as industry events.

This role will report to the Director of Public Affairs- North America

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and compilation of materials (leave behinds, fact sheets, etc.) for meetings and advocacy work across North America
• Monitor and track activities in assigned state legislation and for policies relevant to Aon.
• Review and provide analysis on state legislation and regulatory activities and actions that impact to Aon and the insurance industry.
• Draft regular legislative activity reports across North America
• Administer, manage, assist, and participate in events/meetings as assigned by the Senior Manager of Public Affairs (Tasks include meeting planning, registration, logistics, speaker recruitment, content development and presenting):
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You Bring Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong research, policy analysis, writing and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise way.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including maturity, an ability to work independently and in a team setting with remote-access colleagues.
• Efficient, organized work style and an ability to prioritize quickly and confidently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to understand the long-term impact of policy decisions and strategies.
• Proficient in MS Office, internet research and database information systems.
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Qualifications

Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) - Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration Political Science, Pre law, History, Leadership studies preferred - open to all majors!

Applicants for this role are on track to graduate between December 2024 - June 2026 (Sophomores/ Juniors) and have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Aon Summer Internship Program

Aon’s Summer Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to learn, contribute, and gain real world work experience in a collaborative environment. Interns have the chance to learn more about Aon’s culture and businesses while developing practical skills necessary for future success and postgraduate opportunities. The 10-week summer program includes weekly spotlights delivered by Aon business leaders, a community outreach event and networking opportunities with fellow interns and colleagues. The program equips interns with an understanding of working in an environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering products and services distinct to unique client needs.

A Value Adding Program Development Plan (Curriculum)

In addition to on the job training, our interns actively participate, along with their fellow intern colleagues, in a formal Development Plan. This provides interns:

• An understanding of the basic functions and types of clients within Aon’s businesses
• An understanding of Aon’s ethical standards
• Training geared toward enabling interns to demonstrate an ability to work in a professional business environment
• Opportunities to network with fellow peers, Aon colleagues and executive leadership at program social events and interactive speaker forums
• Opportunities to learn and utilize Aon’s internal systems
• Opportunities to demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills through many networking events
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An Opportunity to Explore Post Graduation Career Path Opportunities

The goal of the Business Internship Program is to give students significant exposure to Aon through project deliverables, continuing education and a training curriculum. The program also provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and prepare for post‐graduate career opportunities at Aon. Upon successful completion of the Business Internship Program.

Our Colleague Experience:

From helping clients gain access to capital after natural disasters, to creating access to health care and retirement for millions, Aon colleagues empower results for our clients, communities, and each other every day. They make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. This is the Aon Colleague Experience, defining what it means to work at Aon and realizing our vision of empowering human and economic possibility. To learn more visit Aon Colleague Experience.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The target salary range for this position is $20.50 - $25.50 per hour. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

Aon offers a benefits package for temporary and seasonal employees who will work 20 or more hours per week including: medical, dental, and vision insurance at the employee’s expense, critical illness insurance, 10 Company holidays per calendar year (paid, if eligible), paid sick leave as provided under state and local law, and a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions. Eligibility for benefits are governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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