Public Affairs Intern Forbes Tate Partners - Washington, DC 20001 $13.25 an hour - Full-time, Part-time, Internship Program Description We are currently seeking energetic and proactive full-time or part-time interns to join our team and help support our rapidly growing public affairs practice. The FTP internship program offers students and recent graduates substantive, practical and hands-on experience working at the nexus between the public and private sectors. Our program exposes interns to the daily workings of a highly reputable government relations and public affairs firm and affords them the opportunity to work specifically with our Public Affairs team. Interns will conduct research, write analyses, draft media content (including social media posts), prepare memos for meetings, and assist principals with client-facing projects. Interns will also work with FTPs Operations team and gain experience preparing for and attending events, answering phones, and delivering packages to clients and Capitol Hill offices on an as-needed basis. Fall 2018 Program Details * Ideal Start Date: Aug 13th or Aug 20th / Ideal End Date: Dec 21st * Ideal Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm or 9am - 5pm (40 hrs/week) * Location: Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro in Northwest Washington D.C. Qualifications Ideal applicants have experience in media, communications, federal government, or public policy. They must have a keen attention to detail and exceptional writing abilities and interpersonal skills. Political experience, including work on Capitol Hill, within the executive branch, in-state/district offices or political campaigns, is preferred. FTP is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Students enrolled in semester and/or quarter programs may apply To Apply Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, 2 writing samples (1-3 pages). Our Intern Coordinator will review all applications and notify qualified applicants of next steps. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to all applicants. Job Type: Internship Salary: $13.25 /hour Education: * Bachelor's 23 hours ago - save job