Public Policy Intern – Summer Semester

Public Policy Intern – 2026 Summer Semester

Recruitment began on February 9, 2026

and the job listing Expires on March 12, 2026

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Squire Patton Boggs is one of the world’s strongest integrated legal practices. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Summer Semester Public Policy Intern Job Posting

The Squire Patton Boggs Public Policy Internship Program is designed to provide students with a rigorous learning experience, gaining valuable skills that will allow them to provide useful contributions that will help Squire Patton Boggs and future employers deliver a high level of knowledge and participate in addressing critical and timely government policy matters. Interns are given the opportunity to gain solid work experience in order to consider a career in public service.

This 3-day per week, paid, in-person internship program is only available through the firm’s Public Policy Department. The internship will begin in mid‑May 2026 and run through early‑August 2026.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Washington, DC office of Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP, is seeking three/four Public Policy Interns for the Summer semester to work with the Public Policy practice group.

Duties of the Intern include:

• Monitoring and analysis of pending legislation and public policy initiatives;
• Assisting policy advisors, policy specialists, and others in the public policy groups by conducting research associated with a prospective client, developing policy fact sheets, and tracking federal legislation;
• Attending, via webinar or telephone, congressional hearings, meetings, and training sessions and/or briefings in order to learn about public policy, lobbying; regulatory actions, laws, legislative acts, and judicial decisions;
• Providing policy advisors with policy analysis, writing, and editing reports and other projects, as relevant for various topics; and
• Providing additional administrative support as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

In order to be eligible for this program, applicants must be
:

• A current junior or senior in their undergraduate education; and
• Available for a part‑time work position (approximately 23‑25 hours per week).

This is a fast‑paced and writing intensive internship. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, a self‑starter, and have strong communication skills. Previous government‑relations internship experience is strongly preferred.

APPLICATION PROCESS

In order to be considered for a position at Squire Patton Boggs, you must formally apply online. Eligible applicants must submit a resume with their current cumulative GPA, an official college transcript, contact information for 2‑3 professional references, a cover letter, and 3‑5 page writing sample on a topic of their choosing by 5:00 PM EST on Friday, March 20th.

This position is temporary and not eligible for firm-sponsored medical benefits.

The hourly wage for this position is $17.95 per hour.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.