What are the responsibilities and job description for the State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern position at The American Institute of Architects?
About AIA
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the leading professional association for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in the United States, representing more than 100,000 members across 270 state and local components. AIA advocates at every level of government on issues central to the profession and the public: housing affordability, building codes and resilience, professional licensure, climate action, and procurement reform.
Position Summary
The State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will serve as a key research and tracking resource for state and local legislative activity during Summer 2026. The intern will support the development of a Quorum legislative dashboard to complement the existing Stateside Associates system, delivering actionable insights for AIA staff and components.
Responsibilities
Legislative Research & Tracking
- Build and maintain a Quorum legislative tracking dashboard aligned with AIA's Strategic Priority Areas
- Monitor and summarize state legislative activity, bill status, and emerging trends
- Coordinate tracking workflows to avoid duplication and support senior staff review
Policy Analysis & Content
- Produce legislative summaries, bill analyses, talking points, and issue briefs
- Support toolkit content and model language development for priority issues
- Contribute research for task forces and policy initiatives
Platform & Documentation
- Create user guides and tracking documentation for staff and components
- Ensure dashboard outputs and legislative summaries are accessible on the GAF microsite
- Assist in developing visual summaries and issue snapshots for newsletters
Qualifications
* Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Law, or a related field
* Strong written communication skills and interest in government affairs or advocacy
* Comfortable with spreadsheets, research tools, and Microsoft Office
* Ability to manage multiple projects independently in remote or hybrid environments
* Experience with legislative research, policy analysis, or advocacy communications preferred
* Familiarity with legislative tracking platforms (Quorum, Stateside Associates, FiscalNote, etc.) a plus
* Interest in architecture, housing, climate policy, or professional licensing
Learning Opportunities
- Gain experience supporting a national legislative tracking system
- Develop skills in legislative research, policy analysis, and advocacy communications
- Build working knowledge of Quorum and Stateside Associates tools
- Contribute to deliverables serving 100,000 professionals and 270 components
- Expand network through engagement with GAPP team members and industry partners
Internship Details
This is an 8-week, full-time remote paid Summer internship which will run fromJune 15, 2026 - August 7, 2026.
Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions
Submit a resume and cover letter by May 13, 2026. Your cover letter should address why you want this internship. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted with next steps.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.