KIP Spring 2027 - Government Affairs Intern - Georgia Public Policy Foundation at Stand Together (Atlanta, GA)KIP Spring 2027 - Government Affairs Intern - Georgia Public Policy Foundation

The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience at non-profits tackling some of our nation's most pressing policy challenges all over the United States. Early-career professionals including undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Eligible candidates will be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program. Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to begin the admissions process early!

The Georgia Public Policy Foundation (GPPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan research and education organization that believes all good public policy is based upon fact, an understanding of sound economic principles and the core principles of our free enterprise system: economic freedom, limited government, personal responsibility, individual initiative, respect for private property and the rule of law. Our mission is to improve the lives of Georgians through public policies that enhance economic opportunity and freedom.

The Government Affairs Intern will support GPPF’s government affairs and policy efforts across our leading issues in housing, regulatory reform, taxes, education, and healthcare. The Government Affairs Intern will assist with writing policy one-pagers, tracking legislation, coordinating meetings with partners and legislators, attending legislative hearings, and other tasks. This position is full-time in our Atlanta, GA office. Most days will be spent at the Georgia Capitol with the Government Affairs Director. While the Government Affairs Intern will not engage in lobbying, they will get experience in state-level policy advocacy. There may be opportunities for policy research and writing as well.

Core Responsibilities: Support the Director of Government Affairs in executing the Foundation’s government affairs strategy. Draft one-pagers and other policy materials. Track legislation, committee activity, and votes on the Foundation’s priority issues, and maintain legislative tracking files. Help coordinate meetings and events with legislators, coalition partners, and stakeholders, including scheduling, materials, and logistics. Attend legislative hearings, committee meetings, and events as needed, and report back to staff. Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications: Applicants must be aligned with the mission and free-market principles of the Georgia Public Policy Foundation. Applicants must possess a professional demeanor and the ability to handle confidential and private information. Business professional attire is required. A basic understanding of Google Meet, Slides, and Docs is required.

This role is in person, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.