Government Relations Intern

TITLE:                             Government Relations Intern

REPORTS TO:              Senior Manager, Government Relations

LOCATION:                   Hybrid – Remote and in-person in Washington, DC

DURATION:                  July 15 – October 15, 2026 – Available to work 10-15 hours per week

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) is seeking a Government Relations Fall Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting research, outreach, and administrative projects that strengthen stakeholder engagement, support CHCI convenings, and advance our mission of Developing the Next Generation of Latino Leaders®. The intern will work closely with the Government Relations team and assist with preparation for CHCI Hispanic Heritage Month events. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research regarding Members of Congress, Latino elected officials, Latinos on Capitol Hill, and subject matter experts across policy areas relevant to CHCI convenings
• Support Government Relations outreach to congressional offices, including tracking RSVPs, collecting speaker assets, and helping maintain accurate stakeholder information
• Assist with developing a CHCI lookbook for Hispanic Heritage Month events to help the CHCI team track policymaker attendance and participation
• Join meetings as needed to take notes, and support follow-up items related to Government Relations priorities and CHCI convenings
• Provide general administrative support for Government Relations projects, outreach, and special initiatives
• Provide in-person project support during CHCI’s Hispanic Heritage Month events scheduled September 14 through September 18

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Organized and detail-oriented
• Interested in government, public policy, civic engagement, and Latino leadership.
• Have completed at least one year of undergraduate studies
• Experience with postsecondary learning/training preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Canva
• Commitment to CHCI’s mission and values

About the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization founded in 1978, dedicated to developing the next generation of Latino leaders in the United States. CHCI provides leadership, public service, and policy experiences in the nation’s capital to outstanding Latino students and young professionals from throughout the nation. CHCI manages a network of over 4,400 highly accomplished alumni, providing a pipeline of Latino talent to corporations, government, and nonprofits, to ensure the interests of the Latino community are represented across all sectors of society. CHCI also convenes a variety of thought leaders that include Members of Congress, other public officials, corporate executives, advocates, and thought leaders to discuss issues facing the Latino community and our nation and identify solutions that can be implemented in policy and practice.

CHCI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, belief or spirituality, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, matriculation, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, personal appearance, political affiliation, credit information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.