About Teneo
Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.
Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions and organizations.
Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I.
The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world.
Job Description
Teneo is seeking a paid intern for its Washington, DC office for the spring semester. The intern will work closely with the DC-based members of Teneo’s Strategy & Communications business to support the development and execution of Government Affairs and Public Affairs strategies designed to help clients achieve their strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze political and policy developments and potential impacts on clients.
- Conduct issue and stakeholder research across a range of sectors in support of client needs and business development.
- Support ongoing internal strategic initiatives, such as maintaining a range of databases that track political organizations, key government nominations, upcoming speaking events and upcoming congressional hearings and key votes.
- Track virtual events including White House Press Briefings, Congressional Hearings and relevant industry panels/keynotes.
- Provide general administrative and project management support as needed.
Qualifications
- Senior or graduate student, pursuing a degree with relevant course work in politics, economics, international affairs, regional studies, communications, history or a related field.
- Deep, practical understanding of the U.S. political landscape and policy environment, grounded in hands-on past work experiences that required monitoring and assessing these dynamics.
- Demonstrated track record in corporate public affairs through previous internship roles in public affairs, corporate or campaign communications - not just interested, but holds a background in this work.
- Proven background in delivering insight-driven analysis, sharp research and possesses exceptional writing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and respond to inquiries/request in a timely and professional manner.
- Team-oriented, intellectually curious and enthusiastic to learn.
The strongest candidates typically have two semesters of experience in government, legislative offices, political campaigns or public affairs firms. They are proficient in policy-focused tools such as LegiStorm, OpenSecrets, PoliticoPro; have familiarity with media monitoring; and have a proven track record of producing briefing memos or research on behalf of corporate clients.
What We Offer
As a Teneo intern, you'll have access to engaging social events, interactive lunch & learns, speaker events, and plenty of free snacks and drinks—plus the chance to build meaningful connections while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes an inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law.
Compensation
$23/hour
Flexible Work Policy
Teneo believes in in-person collaboration when possible and if you are assigned to the New York, Washington DC, San Francisco, or Boston offices, the company expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three days a week.
Skills Required
- Senior or graduate student pursuing a degree in politics, economics, international affairs, regional studies, communications, history, or a related field
- Practical understanding of the U.S. political landscape and policy environment
- Hands-on experience monitoring and assessing political and policy developments
- Previous internship experience in public affairs, corporate communications, or campaign communications
- Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond to inquiries professionally and promptly
- Team-oriented, intellectually curious, and enthusiastic to learn
- Two semesters of experience in government, legislative offices, political campaigns, or public affairs firms
- Proficiency with LegiStorm, OpenSecrets, or PoliticoPro
- Familiarity with media monitoring
- Experience producing briefing memos or research for corporate clients
Teneo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Teneo and has not been reviewed or approved by Teneo.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentives are described as meaningful, with performance bonuses that can materially lift total compensation when targets are met. Bonus potential is seen as a bright spot that can offset lighter base pay.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Compensation progression is aided by clear salary ladders and frequent promotion cycles in some groups. These structures can make earnings growth feel more predictable.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave policies include flexible time off alongside a hybrid model that enables some autonomy over schedules. This breadth provides optionality for time away while maintaining in‑office collaboration expectations.
Teneo Insights
What We Do
Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions and organizations. Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I. The firm has more than 1,500 employees located in 40 offices around the world.
