Intern

Responsibilities

• Partner with Strategies professionals to prepare research, reports, and competitive landscape analysis for existing and prospective clients.
• Cook up professional schedules for Wisconsin team leads, including internal and external meetings, conference calls, and meetings with legislative, administrative, client, and stakeholder contacts.
• Monitor news, public policy developments, and issues impacting clients and prospective clients.
• Conduct public policy research and analysis.
• Aid in identifying potential business development opportunities.
• Track and analyze legislation and other government activity relevant to client priorities.
• Attend hearings, briefings, and public meetings related to client or organizational interests as needed.
• Compile, organize, and distribute documents, reports, memoranda, and other materials.
• Support outreach and promotional efforts, including appropriate use of social media tools.
• Plan and execute internal meetings and external events for Michael Best Strategies.
• Represent the team in relationship-building and brand messaging efforts that strengthen the firm’s network and client base.
• Interact professionally with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Afford assistance with special projects and general office duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work between 20-30 hours per week.
• Demonstrated academic achievement, including a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Preferred majors include government, political science, public policy, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word; PowerPoint experience is beneficial but not required.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to inform and educate through written, oral, and visual media.
• Strong research skills and familiarity with social media tools.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and collaborative, with sound problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills and interest in public speaking and media.
• Knowledge of government and public policy, as demonstrated through completed coursework or related experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States.