The National Partnership for Women & Families is a nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization that fights for equity for all women and families. We’re passionate about making change on big issues such as equal pay for all women, paid leave for working families and access to affordable health care that provides abortion and reproductive care. We advocate on the Hill and for federal policy change.
We are seeking a Congressional Relations & Social Impact Intern to join our fast-paced team to advance the National Partnership’s health and economic justice priorities in Congress and with the business community. The internship runs from January to May and operates in a hybrid office environment in Washington, DC. In this role, you will develop skills needed for work in the advocacy world.
As a Congressional Relations & Social Impact Intern, you will:
- Conduct legislative research and tracking, help manage our Congressional tracking platform, and prepare for meetings with members of Congress and the business community
- Compile news clips, review Congressional hearing schedules, attend or watch Congressional hearings and write summaries
- Draft correspondence, draft corporate meeting and event briefs, and write for a variety of audiences
- Attend briefings and meetings with members of the National Partnership’s Business Working Group for Gender Equity, and other events on Capitol Hill
Qualifications
- Strong writing, communication, research, and computer skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative
- Ability to work independently
- Significant degree of organization
- High level of interest and passion for gender equity and the federal legislative process
Compensation
$18.40 per hour.
Internship Dates
This internship runs from January through May. Start and end dates are flexible and will be confirmed before the intern’s first day.
Work Schedule
Internships are available on a part-time (15-25 hours per week) or full-time (26-37.50 hours per week) basis. We recognize that some students may have academic commitments. In those cases, a reduced schedule may be considered, but interns must still be able to commit to a consistent pre-set weekly schedule during our regular business hours Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET. This role requires sustained work blocks and is not designed for intermittent or short-interval availability.
Location and In-Office Requirements
This is a Washington, D.C. based internship. Candidates must be located in the DC/DMV area during their internship and able to reasonably commute to our Washington, D.C. Office for required in-person days.
- Full-time interns are required to work from the DC office at least four (4) times per month.
- Part-time interns are required to work from the DC office at least two (2) times per month.
In-office days will be scheduled in advance. This internship is not fully remote.
Technology and Equipment
Interns will have access to a computer when working in the office and are generally expected to use their own computer when working remotely.
Office and Team Culture
The National Partnership is a 50 person staff that fosters a collaborative culture. We have a collegial work environment. The National Partnership is committed to protecting our employees and our communities from COVID-19. Toward that goal, the National Partnership requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and completely up to date via an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination. Fully Vaccinated is defined by the CDC as being 2 weeks after the final dose in a primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (2 doses of Pfizer or Moderna, 1 dose of Johnson & Johnson). Up to date means a person has received all recommended COVID-19 vaccines, including any booster dose(s) when eligible. New employees must be fully vaccinated before their start date, and up-to-date as soon as eligible, unless an exemption due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice is granted.
The National Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to racial equity and social justice. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color to apply for open positions. People of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and people with other historically underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply. Please see the “know your rights” resources published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and D.C. Office of Human Rights for more information.
If you require reasonable accommodations as part of the hiring process, please email accommodations@nationalpartnership.org
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this internship. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
How to apply: Submit your application, resume, and cover letter by November 20, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
SCREENER QUESTIONS AS LISTED IN PAYLOCITY
- Are you a rising junior or senior in college or above? Select yes, if in graduate school or already graduated.
a. Y
b. N
- This internship requires being based in the DC/DMV area and commuting to our Washington, DC office at least two times per month as part-time. Are you able to reliably commute to our DC office?
a. Y
b. N
- This role requires independent work. Which statement fits you best?
a. I prefer detailed instructions and frequent check-ins.
b. I like a mix of guidance and autonomy.
c. I'm comfortable figuring things out and then confirming.