Public Affairs Intern – Summer 2025

Monument Advocacy seeks college-, post-graduate- or graduate-level candidates for PUBLIC AFFAIRS INTERNSHIP based in their Seattle office. Monument is a nationally recognized consulting firm, focused on government relations, strategic communications, and public affairs. We maintain groundbreaking practices in numerous fields, including technology and innovation; sustainability; tax, trade, and economic policy; travel and immigration; defense and cybersecurity; healthcare; food, agriculture, energy, and more. This is a great opportunity for a rising college senior looking to enter the public affairs field, or a recent college graduate looking for an entry level position in policy communications work. 

Duties will include but are not limited to: 

- Drafting content such as press releases, op-eds, media pitches, blog posts, etc. 

- Creating social media content ideas and copy 

- Assisting with research and media monitoring projects 

- Note-taking and writing summaries of meetings and events for leadership 

- Supporting press events, media prep, and other duties as part of larger communications campaigns 

- Tracking media coverage and other metrics to compile client reports on project deliverables 

Desired skills include: 

- Strong writing ability and a desire and initiative to improve their writing and communications skills 

- Interest in public policy and local politics 

- Knowledge of digital communications platforms and strategies 

- Ability to research a number of different public policy issues 

- Design experience through platforms such as Canva (although we can also offer training) 

Due date for the application for the Spring/Summer 2025 Class is April 15. This internship is in-person. 

To apply: Please submit a resume, two writing or work samples, and a cover letter to seattle@monumentadvocacy.com by April 15. Candidates selected for consideration will be asked to participate in a phone interview, in-person interview, and a writing test. 

Pay: $20.76 per hour. Either full- or part-time positions are available for a maximum 4-month term. Monument is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on Monument, our team members, and our clients, please visit http://www.monumentadvocacy.com