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Public Affairs Intern

CompanyHudson Institute
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide research and administrative support to the Public Affairs Department to maximize the institute's media presence. They will also assist with the planning, execution, and logistics of public and private events.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
242
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hudson Institute is a research-focused public policy think tank headquartered in Washington, DC, dedicated to promoting American leadership for a secure, free, and prosperous future. For more than half a century, Hudson Institute has been challenging conventional thinking by developing new ideas and practical solutions to shape critical foreign and domestic policy decisions.
About the Role

Description

Hudson Institute seeks an intern looking to gain insight into the innerworkings of press relationships and public event operations. This intern will provide research and administrative support to the Public Affairs Department, who focus on maximizing Hudson Institute's presence in online, TV, and print media outlets by promoting Hudson experts and their work, putting on successful public events, and leveraging new media to amplify our impact in DC and across the globe. In addition to being exposed to critical issues in the aforementioned subject areas, interns will spend significant time discussing these issues with their expert(s). Those who work onsite will also have the opportunity to assist with, and attend, Hudson Institute public events, as well as intern-specific events featuring Hudson scholars and experts across Washington, DC 

Requirements

  •  Marketing events and conducting targeted outreach to help drive attendance.
  • Managing RSVPs, guest lists, and attendee communications.
  • Assisting with the planning and execution of public and private events.
  • Greeting, directing, and interacting with high-profile speakers and guests.
  • Coordinating event logistics, A/V, and other day-of needs.
  • Supporting event communications, including invitations, speaker materials, and post-event follow-up.
Key Skills
Public AffairsEvent PlanningAdministrative SupportResearchMedia RelationsOutreachCommunicationLogistics CoordinationEvent ExecutionRSVP Management
Categories
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