Intern

Michael Best Strategies ("Strategies") is seeking a Intern in our Washington DC office for the summer of 2026. Interns will have the opportunity to broaden their understanding of how government policy impacts business. The Intern will learn about the relationship between business and government and the importance of a business' representation before the legislative and executive branches of the government. Working in tandem with our strategists, the Intern will represent Michael Best Strategies to the public, the policy community, clients, and potential clients.

The application deadline for this internship is May 15, 2026.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Work directly with Michael Best strategists to provide research and reports for existing and potential clients, and the competitive landscape
• Assist in identifying potential business opportunities
• Monitor news and developments relating to, or impacting clients and prospects
• Conduct public policy research and analysis
• Track and analyze legislation
• Assist with outreach and promotion using social media tools
• Assist with tasks related to event coordination
• Compile and distribute documents/reports/memos
• Attend hearings/briefings related to the organization’s interests
• Assist with special projects and general office duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Bring Your Best:

• Ability to work 30-40 hours a week
• Demonstrated academic competence (3.3 GPA or higher)
• Preferred majors include: government, political science, and public policy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word. Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, and Outlook, is beneficial, but not necessary
• Demonstrated, first-rate communication skills and the ability to inform and educate via written, oral and visual media
• Social media and research skills are a must

Who We Are

Michael Best Strategies helps companies accelerate their success through a combination of strategic business consulting, lobbying and government relations, strategic public affairs and communications as well as procurement and defense. We help companies advance their business objectives by connecting them with influential allies, including Government Officials, Industry Leaders and Innovators, Consumer Segments, Media, and Communities and Stakeholders. The firm has thrived by providing each client a diverse team of professionals with the experience, skills and relationships necessary to help them achieve their goals more quickly and fully.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago, Springfield); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln); and Washington DC. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration; supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position will be based in our Washington DC office.

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Your application must include a cover letter, resume and official or unofficial transcript.

Please contact our Recruiting Specialist, Craig Pallardy (craig.pallardy@michaelbest.com) with any questions.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP and Michael Best Strategies LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

For District of Columbia applicants only (as required by the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023): The compensation range for this position in our DC office is $25 an hour. Compensation is determined based on qualifications and experience.