Internship - Government Affairs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Intern will report to Government Affairs but also assist other departments (Corporate Communications, Business Performance, Learning and Growth and Integration Office). Opportunity to learn about AF Group and the insurance industry through project experience and enhanced business acumen. This position will aim to include value/lessons associated with each departmental task/project.

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• Develop, update and modernize Political Action Committee (PAC) documents
• Daily monitoring of political legislative industry news in AF Group target markets
• Research various political groups and areas of focus
• Marketing and event planning development/execution
• Prepares and delivers presentation(s) on assigned topic(s).
• Attends unit, departmental, and corporate meetings as assigned.
• Shows learning and both personal and professional growth and understanding of responsibilities.
• Gains an understanding of how company and business works.
• Shows punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude when completing assignments.
• Manages multiple deadlines.
• Completes miscellaneous assignments as assigned.
• Uses company software applications to complete assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Responds to internal and external customer inquiries.
• This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

• Have status as a sophomore, junior or senior as of the end of the spring term (or be enrolled in an applicable graduate program)
• Hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better as of the most recent grading period
• Be able to work full-time during normal business hours for this summer
• Be available to begin employment between mid-May and mid-June

Currently enrolled and active in any educational degree program that aligns with our various businesses.

With proper education credentials no experience necessary. Previous work experience preferred.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent working knowledge of computers and company standard software;
  Internet research experience strongly preferred
• Ability to proofread documents for spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Ability to perform necessary mathematical computations
• Ability to comprehend consequences of various situations and make appropriate individuals aware of same for decision making
• Ability to exchange information clearly and concisely and to present ideas, report facts and other information
• Ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects and meet necessary deadlines while maintaining composure during stressful situations occurring as a result of workloads and/or deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Work is performed in an office setting with no unusual hazards

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.