Public Affairs & Advocacy Internship – Summer 2024, LSG

LSG, an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs, is seeking a highly-motivated individual looking to gain experience in communications, public affairs, research and insights, community engagement, or other related fields through a paid internship. They should be a team player and possess exceptionally strong written and verbal communications, research, and critical thinking skills. LSG’s internship program offers recent graduates and students up to 30 hours a week of hands-on experience working at the nexus of public policy, communications, and advocacy. Interns will be based in our Washington, DC office and have the opportunity to work with all levels of the organization on a variety of projects for clients representing a diversity of industries. While every day will be exciting and bring new tasks and projects, responsibilities may include: • Learning and understanding complex communications and business challenges for new, current, and potential clients• Writing client-facing materials, including press releases, letters, issue backgrounders/one-pagers, action alerts, social media, etc.• Editing written materials for 100% accuracy (i.e. no typos, statements verified by data/research, etc.)• Reading and identifying media clips from clipping services and online resources and compiling coverage• Monitoring client coverage to help identify trends both in the media and online• Creating, organizing, and maintaining media lists• Staffing or preparing for meetings, congressional hearings, issue briefings, conference calls, focus groups, as well as events managed by LSG as needed• Conducting research for client projects and new business opportunities

LSG Internship Qualifications

• College junior or senior or recent graduate with an interest in public policy, public affairs, public relations, advocacy, communications, or another related field• Strong research, writing, and editing skills• Academic or professional recommendations• Ability to multitask and work across a variety of client accounts• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an efficient manner• Ability to adapt communications styles to cultural environments and incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of policy proposals• A basic understanding of—or willingness to learn—media and social media monitoring tools, i.e. Cision, Meltwater, Critical Mention, Hootsuite, etc. LSG is committed to attracting and hiring a diverse staff, one that honors employees’ experience, perspectives, and unique identity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. To apply for this position, please email your resume and a cover letter to intern@locuststreet.com. Please include “intern” in the subject line of your email. About LSG We work with corporations, trade associations, and nonprofits to change hearts and minds, move public opinion, and help brands connect to the public conscience in a rapidly changing environment. Our experts in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs help solve the most complex communications challenges. With practices in strategic insights, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and community marketing, we are leaders in engaging diverse audiences in the U.S. and around the world to drive results and deliver impact. Founded in 2008, LSG is headquartered in Washington, DC and has offices in Boston, Denver, Houston, and New York. Learn more at LocustStreet.com.  ###