Advocacy and Government Relations Intern

STCU is consistently rated one of the top-performing credit unions in the nation, and has been named one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work. We look for employees who have a strong desire to serve others, are lifelong learners, are committed to working hard, have a fun-loving attitude, and who want to make a difference in our members’ lives. We love people who share our core values: Joyfulness, generosity, belonging, goodness, and striving. We believe in being a force for good in the community, while helping members achieve their financial goals and dreams.

STCU offers excellent benefits: 
•  Paid time off plus 11 paid holidays!
•  Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 
•  Training and career development
•  Success sharing plan
•  401(k) matching contributions
•  Tuition reimbursement

An overview of the benefits can be found here or here: https://stcu.org/here-for-good/about-stcu/careers/benefits
Salary range: $19.26 - $20.00 per hour 

The Advocacy & Government Relations internship will take on a variety of projects unique to STCU’s government and public affairs work, housed within the Community Impact and Advocacy department at STCU. Responsibilities will include managing, analyzing, and reporting on bills and policy issues that impact credit union members, employees, and the community for Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and at the federal level. Duties include: preparing a comprehensive weekly report summarizing legislative activity relevant to the credit union, researching and summarizing material on emerging and existing legislative issues as it pertains to credit unions, education, and other related matters; assisting in coordination of legislative travel and appointments; and supporting CI&A team on special projects and tasks.

This position can be fully remote, hybrid, or in-person (Liberty Lake, WA). Some periodic travel to an STCU location (STCU Headquarters in Liberty Lake) may be required.

Required:

• Candidate needs to be an enrolled college student for the entirety of the internship and seeking credits, through Spring 2027 (Masters/law students OK).
• Currently working on a degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Public Administration, Economics or Law, Business Administration or similar. Or, an intended career path in politics or government relations.
• Versatile to work in a small team as a contributor and self-starter
• Knowledge in public policy, the legislative process, and advocacy related topics
• Analytical and research skills, ability to take complex legislative and policy information and synthesize it into high level executive summaries
• Ability to turn around projects quickly, and work on tight deadlines
• Organized and good at helping others get organized
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent verbal, organizational and writing skills.
• Professional work ethic and independent time management skills
• Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and Forms.
• Reliable transportation needed.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in public policy or government work or internships (i.e.: Congressional internship, Legislature Internship, campaign experience, etc.)

Additional Information:

Duration: Spring 2026 – Spring 2027, with the possibility of extension

Hours per Week: Average of 15-20 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Opportunity for more hours over the summer.

Car Needed: Yes

Mileage Reimbursement: Yes

Pay: $20/hour DOE

Location:  Remote, Hybrid, or In-Person (Liberty Lake)

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