State Government Relations Intern

Bose Public Affairs Group ("BPAG") is seeking a state government relations intern for the firm’s Indianapolis office to assist a full service government affairs team at the Indiana General Assembly. The BPAG state government relations intern will develop an in-depth working knowledge of real time public policy issues facing Indiana and the legislative process.  The position will run from mid-December 2024 through April 30th, 2025. Weekly hours – 37.5 / Hourly wage - $15.00. 

BPAG provides our clients substantive expertise in the long-term legislative and regulatory representation of businesses, trade associations, non-profit organizations, educational institutions and industry. Our government relations practice is widespread, encompassing a full range of government affairs services that include direct lobbying, legislative development, strategic messaging, appropriations and regulatory affairs. Our success is based on our experience, core strengths and a bipartisan commitment.

Responsibilities 

• Attend legislative committee meetings to provide timely key takeaways to BPAG professionals and clients.
• Track legislation and other legislative activity on critical client issues throughout the entire legislative process
• Coordinate BPAG's internal government relations team calendar
• Draft weekly internal and external reports summarizing relevant legislative action
• Conduct research and policy analysis on short and long-term policy projects

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organized, self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrable background in research and writing.
• Familiarity with basic concepts of government at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Working knowledge of the legislative process in Indiana.
• Accurately and concisely summarize complex information.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.

This is an onsite job and will require in person presence in Indianapolis.

Please submit your resume, two references and a writing sample.