The Role
Assists professional lobbyists during the 2027 South Carolina Legislative Session through vote counting, legislative research, bill and amendment analysis, committee monitoring, summary writing, scheduling, legislative tracking, event support, client reporting, and office operations. Interns must conduct independent research, coordinate assignments, communicate professionally, and remain organized while working onsite in Columbia, South Carolina.
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Internship - TSG South Carolina
2027 Legislative Session
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1999, The Southern Group pioneered the lobbying industry in Florida and beyond. We were the first to offer a unique type of advocacy that was driven by aligning the best and brightest candidates from business, government, and politics, and establishing a network of offices that offer our clients unparalleled access to local and state government. If you are interested in learning more about our team visit www.thesoutherngroup.com.
DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Interns will be responsible for assisting professional lobbyists with high-profile legislation during the 2027 Legislative Session. Duties include: vote counting, issue research, bill and amendment analysis and drafting, monitoring legislative committee meetings, writing committee summaries, scheduling, daily tracking of legislation, assisting with lobby days and legislative events, and miscellaneous office operational needs.
Other duties will include monitoring for the release of and disseminating legislative committee information, assisting in maintaining legislative calendars for lobbyists, scheduling meetings with leaders in the executive and legislative branches, interacting with clients, generating lobbyist and client reports, coverage of the South Carolina Legislature during session, and other legislative-related duties. Interns at The Southern Group are expected to stay organized, coordinate and follow through on assignments, demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and adapt, maintain professionalism in all interactions, conduct independent research or assist with staff-led projects, and consistently show up on time and ready to contribute.
INTERNSHIP DATES
The internship begins on January 11, 2027; except for a Spring break holiday, the internship is expected to end on May 15, 2027.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Must be currently enrolled or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university degree program.
- Ability to be physically present in the Columbia, SC office for the 2027 Internship program.
All applications must include an up-to-date resume and a writing sample of no more than 500 words. Applications must be submitted by Dec 15, 2026. QUESTIONS?
To begin the application process or to ask any further questions regarding the internship program, please contact Matt Maixner at [email protected]
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2027 Legislative Session
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in, or graduated within the last twelve months from, an accredited college or university degree program
- Ability to be physically present in the Columbia, South Carolina office during the internship
- Up-to-date resume
- Writing sample of no more than 500 words
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The Company
What We Do
The Southern Group is a premier influence and lobbying firm with over 25 years of experience serving a wide range of industries and interests. With offices throughout the Southeast and in Washington, D.C., the firm provides strategic advocacy and expert representation to help clients navigate complex government environments, advance their priorities, and achieve impactful policy change across multiple state and federal markets.
