Coming Soon: Spring 2026 Communications Intern (paid)

The Alliance 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 Communications Intern to support the organization’s communications and administrative operations. The intern will split their time between these two areas, contributing to effective storytelling, public relations strategies, and organizational processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in written communications, web and social media management, and strategic outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate is a current undergraduate or graduate student (recent graduates will also be considered) with an interest in our policy issues, strong written communication skills, and experience with social media platforms, with an emphasis on short form video. Familiarity with manufacturing, trade, or labor issues is appreciated but not required.

REPORTS TO:

Designated supervisor on Communications 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.