Policy Intern

The Policy Intern application serves as the entry point to YIP’s Policy Department, allowing applicants to apply to one or more of its four divisions and select their preferred roles within each division. Depending on their selected division and position, interns may contribute to the Journal, AI Policy Center, Rapid Response, or Policy Lab. Responsibilities vary by role and may include conducting policy research, drafting and editing policy briefs, producing journal publications, reporting on developing policy issues, participating in structured policy debates, developing legislative proposals, and supporting government relations initiatives. Within each division, interns work alongside other staff members and leadership to advance the division’s objectives and contribute to YIP’s broader policy mission.

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2-5 hours per week

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Skills

Job Details and Requirements

Strong writing and editing experience
An interest in policy, communication, or academic work
Ability to manage time and follow through on deadlines
Professional communication habits
A willigness to learn and take initiative
An interest in policy, education, or academic publishing

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Department

Policy Media

Posted On

October 13, 2026

Applications Due

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Policy Intern

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Job Details and Requirements

We provide opportunities

Corporate Intern (Human Resources, Marketing, Development, Technology)

Civic Growth Intern

Education Intern

Policy Intern

Marketing Video Editor

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