Government Affairs Intern

METRO ATLANTA CHAMBER                                             

The Public Policy Team works to protect our state business climate and regional reputation by supporting key policies at the state and local levels that impact metro Atlanta’s economy, talent, and community.

The Government Affairs Intern will help support MAC staff members working each day at the Georgia State Capitol and at the MAC offices to shape legislation and policy impacting the region and state. Preferred skills for this internship include a desire to learn new skills, a willingness to perform public policy research, and the ability to communicate professionally to ensure MAC’s success during the legislative session.

Our ideal candidate is a high-achiever, self-starter, and team player with an interest in learning about the legislative process. Successful candidates will be organized, possess strong networking and communication skills, and demonstrate personal capability in managing multiple projects without constant supervision. Responsibilities will vary and will be based on needs during the session. Candidates are expected to work 40 hours a week with the ability to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and report on committee meetings, hearings, floor debates, and other relevant activities
• Track legislation key to MAC’s legislative agenda on a consistent basis
• Leverage professional writing skills to assist with writing legislative letters of support and other policy publications
• Contribute to policy analyses, bill summaries, reports, and other government affairs or Public Policy projects, as needed
• Support the Public Policy Team through policy research and administrative tasks
• Build relationships with lobbyists, legislative staff, and public officials
• Assist with additional Public Policy or MAC projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Ability to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed
• Background in public policy, political science, government affairs, public affairs, communications or related fields is desirable, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong interest in state government and the legislative process
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift items weighing 30 pounds

Our Purpose, Principles, and Core Values

MAC’s purpose is to UNLEASH ATLANTA’S AMBITION, and in doing so we embody the following principles:

Sit Down Together, Stand Up to Act

Knock Down Walls, Open Doors

Take the Lead, Share the Credit

Sharpen the Focus, Expand the Reach

At MAC we naturally exhibit an unwavering commitment to three core values: to be relentless, smart, and all-in. This means every team member is:

• Relentless. MAC employees take pride in being relentless with an unwavering focus. Our partners trust us to deliver on our commitments. There isn’t room for cutting corners, being aimless, or rejecting change. We are bold and persistent and execute with innovation and edge. 
• Smart. Team members at MAC know that intense curiosity allows us to grow. We leverage instinct, integrity, and data to drive our strategy and achieve our purpose. As problem-solving idea generators, we have a natural advantage in any challenge.   
• All-In. We’re a greater force when we rally together. It doesn’t matter what our title or position is: we trust each other and work as one to multiply our collective impact and achieve ambitious goals.