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Department Overview

The University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations is located at the UC Washington Center in Washington, DC. As the largest public research institution in the world, the university engages in numerous partnerships with federal education, health care and research agencies. Working with Congress, the administration, federal agencies, and national organizations, we advocate for the university and its policy and fiscal priorities in education, research, health care and public service.

Position Summary

The Legislative Intern for Summer 2026 provides legislative, policy, and administrative support to Federal Governmental Relations (FGR) staff. Working under the direction of FGR staff, the incumbent identifies, develops, and executes opportunities to advocate for UC’s systemwide federal policy priorities with the federal government, including with the U.S. Congress, White House, and federal agencies and departments. The incumbent assists in monitoring and reporting on federal policy developments and organizes and presents UC’s federal priorities through assisting with the development of written materials, including reports, summaries, talking points, factsheets, social media, and other advocacy-related resources.

The ideal candidate is expected to function as an integral part of a fast-paced team, have a proactive approach to work and problem-solving. Must be a strong collaborator who is curious, adaptable, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

65% Legislative and Policy Support:

Track development and progress of federal legislation impacting UC.
Develop opportunities to share UC federal priorities with federal stakeholders.
Identify and report on opportunities and obstacles to achieving UC’s federal policy priorities.
Complete a lobbying capstone project on an agreed-upon issue of importance to UC FGR

35% Administrative:

Assist in administrative components of conducting federal advocacy, including scheduling meetings with federal stakeholders and executing advocacy events.
Assist in development and distribution of advocacy materials to stakeholders at UC and within the federal government.
Assist in training and preparing stakeholders for meetings with federal officials.

Required Qualifications

Must be a University of California undergraduate student who is participating in the UCDC Washington program
Self-motivated and comfortable working both independently, and as part of a team.
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal communications skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated interest and/or prior experience in the areas of federal policymaking.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong academic record.
Demonstrated experience conducting legislative and policy research.
Demonstrated experience using creativity.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, OneDrive and PowerPoint.

Education

High school graduate and/or a University of California undergraduate student who is participating in the UCDC Washington program

Salary And Benefits

Salary: $19.00 hour.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

How To Apply

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is April16, 2026.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Interns must be in-person in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday, unless it is a day of their class for which they are receiving credit while enrolled in the UCDC Washington Program.

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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