Coming Soon: Spring 2026 Public Policy Intern (paid)

lliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) is a non-partisan public policy organization dedicated to rebuilding domestic manufacturing through legislative and grassroots advocacy. As a highly successful labor-management partnership, AAM sits at the center of a broad coalition focused on domestic manufacturing, labor, and international trade issues. We offer an exciting and dynamic work environment, providing interns with a valuable opportunity to engage with critical policy issues impacting American jobs, economic recovery, manufacturing, and trade.

AAM is seeking a full-time Public Policy Intern to assist in advancing our legislative priorities and grassroots campaigns. This internship offers hands-on experience in policy research, legislative analysis, and coalition-building efforts aimed at revitalizing the U.S. manufacturing sector.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate is a current undergraduate or graduate student (recent graduates will also be considered) with solid research, writing, and communication skills and a basic understanding of the Federal Government. Interest in or knowledge of economics, international trade, and manufacturing is appreciated but not required.

REPORTS TO:

Designated supervisor on Policy team

WORK DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

LOCATION:

This is an in-person opportunity; however, this may change in accordance with federal, state, or local safety guidelines or restrictions. Interns will be expected to work at least 4 full days in person at AAM’s Washington, DC office, with the remainder of the week worked remotely. To work remotely, the intern must confirm that he/she/they has full access to a secure computer with high-speed internet access.

OTHER INFORMATION:

This position is full-time (40 hours per week) but has flexibility for adjustment depending on the intern’s school schedule.