Work for Maryland, Policy/Legislative Intern

Tue, 15 Oct 2013 19:10:54 -0400

The State of Maryland's Department of Business and Economic Development, Office of Policy and Government Affairs is looking for a Winter/Spring Semester (Jan-May) Intern. The position is payed.

The Policy/Legislative Intern will work closely with the Director and Assistant Director for Policy and Government Affairs and assist in supporting the Department's government relations and business outreach activities. The Intern will gain experience in the areas of advocacy, communication and policy and fiscal analysis. The Intern will have the opportunity to observe the management/operations of a principle unit of State government, adding to their public administration experience.

Primary Duties:

-Conducting research on economic development issues/policies and preparing policy briefs.

-Tracking State budget items supporting economic development.

-Organizing business outreach events.

During the 90-day legislative session (Jan-April), the Intern will be responsible for:

-Responding to legislators requests for information.

-Reviewing and analyzing legislation and preparing written analysis.

-Conducting research on issues impacting Maryland's business community.

-Monitoring bill/budget hearings and other briefings and preparing summary documents for senior staff.

-Assisting operations of the Legislative Office during the session such as preparing testimony, coordinating fiscal estimate response and preparing briefing materials.

-Assisting with Session wrap up summaries and presentations.

Ideal candidate:

Grad/Undergraduate Student, majoring in POLI, ECON, FIEC, Public Policy, Law. Has a working knowledge of government and legislative processes and/or interest in public administration, policy, or legal studies. Excellent oral and written skills and strong organizational skills.

Additional Skills:

Ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision, should possess the ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems; and work well in a team environment. Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, databases and Internet research is preferred but not required.

Search Job # 9261297 in UMBCworks to apply. Hurray deadline to apply is Thursday, October 17th @ 11:59PM.