Intern- Congressional Analysis Spring 2025
North Bethesda, MD
Sunwater Institute /
Intern /
Hybrid
Background:
The Sunwater Institute is a non-profit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to strengthening the foundations of democracy through interdisciplinary science, technology, and open dialogue. As an intern at the Sunwater Institute, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on the most pressing issues facing Congress and society.
Our Spring 2025 internship program runs from January 29 to May 2. As an intern, you'll work alongside full-time staff members to conduct research, analyze data, and develop tools for Congress and other partner institutions.
Congressional Analysis Responsibilities:
Sunwater Institute has developed Legis1, a congressional data platform that provides tools and resources to improve the performance and productivity of the U.S. Congress. The Sunwater Institute’s data team is seeking Congressional Analysis interns to support its research and development efforts. Congressional Analysis interns will gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of Congress, delving into the data, procedures, and decision-making processes that shape our nation’s laws. Interns will also work with the Sunwater Institute’s data team and scholars to develop new tools and datasets that will help improve Congress’s institutional knowledge and performance.
Our internship program is open to current and recent undergraduate students. We are looking for candidates with a strong academic foundation in political science, economics, history, philosophy, or related fields. Candidates should have a genuine interest in politics and/or Congress. While there are no firm technical requirements, we prefer candidates who are comfortable in Excel and who want to learn more about political and legislative data. An interest in politics, Congress, and related topics is strongly preferred Our program offers flexibility in hours.
In addition to the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, interns will benefit from our location in the Washington area. Near the Red Line, we are just a short walk or bus ride from the Twinbrook Metro Station. This is an unpaid position.
How to Apply:
- To apply, please submit an application package that includes a cover letter, resume, and two references. Your cover letter should explain your interest in the field, and highlight your academic experiences that would inform your research at the Sunwater Institute. Your references should include the names and contact information of two academic or professional references who can speak to your qualifications for the position. Applications for the Spring Semester are due by May 20, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they come in.
- We look forward to considering your application for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the work of the Sunwater Institute.
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