Government Intern (Spring 2027)

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
18-18 Hourly
Internship
Legal Tech
The Role
Conducts government and policy research, attends congressional and executive branch hearings, drafts memoranda, prepares client presentations, and supports a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying practice. The intern also participates in meetings with senior personnel. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, writing, and organizational skills are required. Prior government-sector experience is preferred, and candidates must be currently enrolled or enrolled for a following semester.
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This position is based in our Washington, D.C. office.


Government Intern

We are seeking an intern to join our team. Holland & Knight's Government Group operates a fall, spring, and summer internship program geared towards undergraduate students. Our internship program is structured around the academic semester/summer schedule. Generally, interns work a minimum of 18 hours and a maximum of 30 hours. This is a paid position. The program will be in person at our Washington, D.C. office.


Responsibilities:

  • Conduct substantive issue research.
  • Attend congressional and executive branch agency hearings.
  • Draft memorandums.
  • Prepare presentations for client meetings.
  • Provide general administrative support to our Washington, DC-based lobbying practice group.
  • Participate in meetings with the firm's senior personnel to discuss their practices, backgrounds, and experiences.

Qualifications:

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking ability.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong writing skills are an essential requirement.
  • An applied understanding of executive and legislative branch processes will also be valuable to the intern experience.
  • Experience or a previous internship in the government sector is also highly valued and preferred.

Education:

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in classes or are enrolled for a following semester.

The base salary range for this position is $18.40/hr. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience. In addition to the base compensation, Holland & Knight provides bonus opportunities and an exceptional benefits package.

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below are the benefits we offer: comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact [email protected].

Personal Information collected from applicants will be used for the purpose of processing the application throughout any recruitment or employment process, as well as inclusion in a personnel file. Categories of data collected may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Holland & Knight may collect further information if you consent to a background check. This includes criminal background, employment, and certifications. Please visit Legal Information Portal for Holland & Knight LLP’s privacy policies.

Skills Required

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong writing skills
  • Applied understanding of executive and legislative branch processes
  • Currently enrolled in classes or enrolled for a following semester
  • Experience or previous internship in the government sector

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  • Pay Growth & Progression — Associate compensation follows a lockstep, market‑aligned scale in primary offices with clear increases by class year. Feedback suggests this clarity and alignment make base pay feel competitive in core markets.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical, dental, and vision options alongside behavioral‑health and advocacy resources. Feedback suggests the breadth and quality of these plans are a notable strength.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, backup dependent care, and family‑building benefits (including IVF/surrogacy support) are part of the package. These supports add tangible value for caregivers across offices.

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