Bipartisan Policy Center Internships 2026: Paid Policy Internships in Washington, DC (Up to $6,000 Stipend) @Bipartisan Policy Center

Overview

The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is offering paid internships in Washington, DC for undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates. These internships provide hands-on experience in research, legislative tracking, communications, events, and policy development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and legislative tracking.
• Assist with communications, events, and policy development.
• Engage in public policy writing opportunities.
• Support research and publication efforts.
• Participate in event planning and execution.

Requirements

• Rising juniors or above, graduate students, or recent graduates.
• Interns work alongside policy experts, analysts, communications professionals, and advocacy teams.
• Non-U.S. citizens must possess valid U.S. work authorization; BPC does not provide visa sponsorship.
• No minimum GPA requirement, though most applicants typically have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Benefits

• Fall and Spring Internships: $3,000 stipend per semester (part-time, 18–20 hours per week).
• Summer Internship: $6,000 stipend (full-time, 10 weeks).
• Direct collaboration with policy experts.
• Exposure to congressional hearings.
• Networking with staff and DC-area professionals.

Location

Washington, DC

How to Apply

Submit all materials via the BPC Careers page. Submit separate applications for each internship of interest. Ensure applications are complete. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until qualified candidates have been identified.

Deadline

Summer internships run from June 1 to August 7, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.