[2025 Summer Internships] Federal Practice - Federal Policy Intern (Congress)

Organization: Results for America
Role: Federal Policy Intern (Congress)
Location: Remote

Organization Overview

Results for America (RFA) is the leading, national nonprofit organization helping policymakers at all levels of government harness the power of evidence and data to solve the world’s greatest challenges. Our mission is to make investing in what works the “new normal,” so that, one day, all government leaders use rigorous evidence and quality data to inform important policy and funding decisions. We believe that data-driven and evidence-based policy decisions should be used to increase the impact of the over $2 trillion that governments spend annually to open opportunities and advance economic mobility.

Program Overview

RFA’s 2025 summer internship program will run for approximately 10 weeks, from Monday June 2 - Friday, August 15, 2025. Over the course of this internship, all interns will be immersed in RFA’s programmatic and policy work by supporting one of RFA's innovative teams in achieving their strategic goals. Interns will work on various projects during their time at RFA, while also enjoying a range of learning and professional development opportunities. 

Interns will work virtually and will be expected to use their own internet/computers. Interns will also be assigned RFA email addresses for the duration of the summer.

Team Overview

RFA has organized a “practice” at every level of government: federal, state, and local. Among numerous efforts, the Federal Practice sets a Standard of Excellence that defines how federal agencies should use data and evidence in policy, practice, grant-making and management decisions. The team also offers technical support and coaching for federal government leaders to advance and promote best practices as defined by the Standard of Excellence and shifts public resources to evidence-based practices. Finally, the team provides policy research and analysis on and advocacy for evidence-based policy for Members of Congress, including the bipartisan What Works Caucus.  Aligned with RFA’s growth trajectory, the Federal practice is dedicated to helping RFA usher in a new generation of evidence-based policy with equity at its core, and enhance state and local implementation of national programs to produce real results for residents across the country. 

Position Overview & Requirements

RFA offers summer internships to individuals who are at least 18 years old and who have:

• Current enrollment in educational or experiential learning programs and/or an advanced degree program, preferably in Public Policy, Government Affairs, Political Science, Economics, or a related field;
• Demonstrated interest in the federal policymaking process;
• Familiarity with or interest in tracking bills and managing policy databases;
• Proficient computer skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); 
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills; 
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude, enthusiasm, professionalism, ambition, curiosity, and rigor in all that you do; 
• A commitment to Results for America’s mission and vision;
• Respect for Results for America’s organizational values.

Position Responsibilities

Duties for this internship will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Legislative Research and Analysis [50%]

• Track federal legislation and congressional hearings.
• Conduct background research on evidence-based policy initiatives and support legislative analysis.
• Analyze and synthesize scholarly materials to stay current on federal policy areas, such as education and workforce development. 
• Monitor press and social media for updates on legislative priorities.
• Collaborate on other Federal Practice initiatives that advance evidence-based policies and economic mobility outcomes.

Policy Advocacy and Engagement [30%]

• Research Members of Congress, their staff, and relevant committees.

Edit drafts of research memos, meeting briefs, and other documents to inform advocacy efforts.

• Proactively attend federal policy events and meetings.

Administrative Support  [20%]

• Perform day-to-day functions that support team operations, e.g. updating databases to maintain accurate records of emails, meetings, contacts, or legislative activities.

Position Reporting Relationship

The Federal Policy Intern (Congress) will report to the Director, Federal Practice, and may work closely with other Federal Practice team members.  

Rate of Pay

Individuals with 1-4 years of postsecondary education or relevant work experience in government or nonprofit organizations will be paid $27/hour. 

Individuals with 5 or more years of postsecondary education or relevant work experience in government or nonprofit organizations will be paid $32/hour.

The exact work schedule will be determined in coordination with the relevant RFA program lead.

How to Apply

To apply for a 2025 summer internship opportunity with RFA, please complete and submit all information in the application.

Please note that due to a high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. If your application and materials reflect the skills we are looking for, we will email you to schedule an interview. Candidates who apply to multiple teams will not be considered.

RFA is an equal opportunity employer that values/celebrates diversity and that follows a policy of making all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, partnership status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses or stalking, military status, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

Applicants for employment with RFA must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.