Policy Intern - Spring 2026

Policy Intern

Washington, D.C. Office

About The Firm

Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc. (Cornerstone) is a full-service, bipartisan consulting firm specializing in federal and state government relations, public affairs and strategic communications, and advisory services. Utilizing a shared vision, philosophy, and complete team approach, Cornerstone – with a presence in 15 states and Washington DC and over 200 professionals – stands as one of the industry’s most effective and respected consulting firms. We are proud of our professional standards and team culture that provide clients the full depth and breadth of our expertise, experience, and relationships, resulting in meaningful and highly valuable partnerships.

At our core, we are a professional services consulting firm that focuses on solving problems and creating opportunities for our clients.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Summary/Objective

Cornerstone Government Affairs' (Cornerstone) Policy Intern Program provides a unique opportunity for selected candidates to gain first-hand experience and exposure to the fast-paced work environment surrounding the government relations and consulting environment in Washington, D.C.

Our government affairs internship provides students and graduates with a variety of learning experiences and an inside look at government relations strategies. We have successfully accommodated students from second-year undergraduate programs to second-year law students and master’s degree graduates. We seek to ensure that interns who successfully complete our program are prepared to both succeed in entry-level policy positions as well as gain a deeper academic comprehension of the institutions that govern our country. Cornerstone’s Intern Program emphasizes effective communications, policy analysis, and research and writing skills.

Selected candidates will be a part of a fun, dynamic and evolving team at Cornerstone. The right candidate should be passionate about research, writing and able to work within tight deadlines.

While preference is given to candidates who can commit to a full-time work schedule, we also regularly accommodate part-time interns. Cornerstone pays interns $17.95 per hour on a biweekly basis, subject to required taxes. We also work with students who would like to receive credit hours.

Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities

Full-Time Hours: 35-40 hours per week

Part-Time Hours: 25-35 hours per week