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Intern - Government and Public Affairs

CompanyMicron Technology
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 7, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Work across the Government & Public Affairs team on projects, events, and research to advance the team's strategic objectives. Assist with preparation of briefing and presentation materials for executive level meetings with government stakeholders.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
35297
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Micron is an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and compute-intensive applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience. To learn more about Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), visit micron.com.
About the Role

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

As a Government and Public Affairs Intern, you will be responsible for providing support to Micron’s US Government & Public Affairs team, working on initiatives important to advancing Micron’s position as a world technology leader. You will conduct daily monitoring of political and policy developments, intelligence gathering, and analysis as issues emerge and evolve. This analysis will contribute to how the company understands, navigates, and shapes the policy & legislative systems in the United States at the federal and state level. You will ideally have knowledge of an interest in the areas of politics, technology, industrial policy and manufacturing, trade, foreign relations, and issues facing global companies. We are searching for a proactive individual who excels at solving problems in a fast-paced environment and is prepared to jump right in. 

This position will be based in Washington, D.C. 

Responsibilities include, but not limited to: 

  • Work across the Government & Public Affairs team on projects, events, and research to advance the team’s strategic objectives. 

  • Develop an understanding of Micron’s current and future potential issues and assess key legislative, policy and regulatory risks and opportunities. 

  • Conduct research and policy analyses of state and federal legislation and assist in developing Micron’s official responses to government and trade association groups. 

  • Partner with the team to develop and execute strategies for engaging government officials, opinion leaders and regulators in the United States. 

  • Assist the Government & Public Affairs team with preparation of briefing and presentation materials for executive level meetings with government stakeholders. 

  • Willingness to travel to Micron sites as required to support team needs. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, political science, communications, or a related field, or possessing equivalent experience. 

  • Must be a current student, must not graduate before September 2026. 

  • Core understanding of national politics and government processes. 

  • Strong collaboration and organization skills to effectively manage projects. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Ability to communicate effectively with government officials, internal colleagues, peers and partners, business partners, and industry associations. 

  • Self-starting individual with ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively with other team members. 

  • Ability to operate and thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and SharePoint. 

  • Previous corporate internship experience preferred. 

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$35.96 - $43.15 an hour

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at  hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.   

Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.

Key Skills
Government AffairsPublic AffairsResearchCollaborationOrganizationCommunicationInitiativeMicrosoft Office
Categories
Government & Public SectorAdministrative