Legislative Intern MGA Session

General Description

The Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Legislative Intern for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session.

This is a 25-30 hour/week paid position from December 2025 to April 2026, with considerable flexibility. It is largely a remote position with the exception of one to two monthly in-person meetings, and periodic travel to Annapolis during the 2026 session of the Maryland General Assembly. A travel stipend will be provided as a supplement to the hourly paid rate.

• Research legislative, policy, and fiscal issues related to education legislation, regulations, and state work groups to inform PSSAM’s written and oral testimony, correspondence, social media, and other communications.
• Assist in advocating for PSSAM’s annual legislative priorities.
• Provide internal administrative support to manage PSSAM’s legislative database.
• Assist in reviewing legislation and monitoring related hearings.
• Provide assistance in preparation of written and oral testimony for PSSAM and its superintendent members.
• Provide logistical support for PSSAM’s advocacy activities including scheduling, attending and monitoring meetings with individual legislators, legislative committees/subcommittees, the State Board of Education, state work groups and other stakeholders.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Executive Director or any member of PSSAM.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace – Google Drive, Docs, etc.
• Previous experience with the Maryland General Assembly is highly regarded.
• Experience in education policy and legislative work is preferred, but not required.

Qualified candidates should respond with a letter of interest and resume to marypat.fannon. The position remains open until filled; however, letters of interest should be received by November 1, 2025 for full consideration. Candidates should be prepared to provide letters of recommendation and writing samples upon request. This is a contractual position.

PSSAM may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of a respondent to provide the specified work, including contacting former employers provided by the candidate upon request.