Jobs at Midwestern Higher Education Compact

Supports government relations and higher education public policy through legislative and stakeholder research, briefing materials, state visit planning, policymaker outreach, meeting follow-up, and contact tracking. The intern will assist engagement across 11 Midwestern states, attend meetings and events, and participate in professional development. The role is hybrid in Minneapolis, requires in-person work multiple days per week, and runs through May for 15–30 hours weekly.

Supports communications across print, web, email, social media, photography, and presentations for higher education and public policy stakeholders. Responsibilities include researching topics, writing and editing content, proofreading, interviewing sources, preparing meeting materials, updating contact lists, photographing events, and assisting communications and policy teams. The intern works with the Communications Director, attends meetings and events, and participates in professional development.