State Government Affairs Internship

GBA is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student interested in events and programming, for its state government affairs fall 2026 Internships. The internship is an excellent way for inquisitive students interested in public policy and state government to gain valuable experience while advancing their educational pursuits. 

About this Job 

The Global Business Alliance’s (GBA) state government affairs team ensures that policymakers at the state and local levels understand the critical role that foreign direct investment (FDI) plays in America’s economy. GBA advocates for fair, non-discriminatory treatment of international companies and promotes policies that will encourages their investment in America, which in turn increases American employment and economic growth. 

GBA is seeking candidates interested in political science, public policy, international business or economics. The state government affairs internship position is an excellent way for inquisitive student to gain valuable experience at a fast-paced trade association while advancing their educational pursuits.  

The intern will work directly with the Vice President of State Government Affairs and will support efforts to engage state and local policymakers and advocate on behalf of GBA. 

GBA currently operates with a hybrid telecommuting and in-person work model. Candidates must be located in the Washington, D.C. area and will be provided with a company laptop for the duration of the internship. 

Role & Responsibilities 

  • Support state legislative tracking and member communication on key legislative priorities. 
  • Develop and update GBA resources, including talking points, letter templates, and other resources. 
  • Help schedule meetings with state elected officials on behalf of GBA. 
  • And other tasks as assigned. 

Timeframe and Compensation 

Fall 2026 (mid-January – mid-May) 

up to 20 hours per week 

$17.95/hour 

Qualifications & Requirements 

This internship is open to college juniors, seniors, graduate students, or recent graduates with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) and a demonstrated interest in marketing, political science, foreign or public policy, economics or communications.  Ideally, this person will excel in a fast-paced work environment with tight timelines.  Discretion is also a key component of this role. Excellent research and writing skills, and experience with Microsoft Office products are required. This is a partially remote position; you will be provided with a GBA laptop for working remotely, but will be required to be able to work in the GBA office on Mondays, Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays. 

Please email your cover letter, resume, and availability to opportunities@globalbusiness.org
In the subject line, please use: “FALL 2026 STATE GA INTERN”  

About Global Business Alliance 

The Global Business Alliance (GBA) is a Washington, D.C.-based business association representing the interests of 200 American companies with a global heritage. GBA members range from medium-sized enterprises to some of the largest firms in the United States. Please take a moment to view our website at www.globalbusiness.org. 

  • Support legislative tracking and member communication on key legislative priorities.
  • Develop and update GBA resources including talking points, letter templates, and other resources.
  • Help schedule meetings with elected officials on behalf of GBA.
  • Apply now for the following terms:
  • Spring: January-April, up to 20 hours per week
  • Summer: May-August, up to 30 hours per week Fall: September-December, up to 20 hours per week $17.50 per hour

This internship is open to college juniors, seniors, graduate students, or recent graduates with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) and a demonstrated interest in marketing, political science, foreign or public policy, economics or communications. Excellent research and writing skills, and experience with Microsoft Office products required. This is a partially remote position; you will be provided a GBA laptop for working remotely but will be required to be able to work in the GBA office on Mondays, Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays.

Please email your cover letter, resume, and availability to opportunities@globalbusiness.org In subject line, please use: “SPRING 2025 STATE GA INTERN”

The Global Business Alliance (GBA) is a Washington, D.C. based business association representing the interests of 200 American companies with a global heritage. GBA members range from medium-size enterprises to some of the largest firms in the United States. Please take a moment to view our website at www.globalbusiness.org.

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