The State Chamber of Oklahoma is a statewide, nonprofit business membership organization that serves as a leading legislative voice for Oklahoma’s business community at the state and federal capitols. We use that credibility and influence to affect legislative change and create a pro-business climate with a statewide unified voice. We build meaningful coalitions and collaborative partnerships that influence the law-making process. We have the ability to leverage impactful relationships with political leaders to achieve legislative results.

Hours are flexible and college credit is available. Interns can earn up to a $500 stipend upon successful completion of internship. 

Benefits:

• Gain experience by shadowing registered lobbyists
• Networking with industry professionals and business leaders
• Visits to the Capitol
• Experience the planning process of events ranging from 10 – 500 attendees
• Gain valuable work experience in a professional setting

The Government Affairs intern will work closely with State Chamber lobbyists in day to day activities, research and networking. Including:

• Reviewing bills
• Drafting white papers
• Conducting research
• Assist with campaigns and legislative races
• Draft blog and newsletter articles

The intern will also be responsible for completing a research or special project and doing an end of internship presentation of the results including recommendations to government affairs staff.

Requirements:

• College Junior or Senior (must be at least 18 years old and enrolled full time)
• Political Science majors are preferred
• Must be willing to work a minimum of 15 hours per week
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to proofread and edit
• Strong research skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite programs
• Must be well organized with attention to detail and ability to carry out tasks independently
• Ability to meet deadlines

Applicants should exhibit strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Application: http://www.okstatechamber.com/internship

To apply send your resume and application to lpeterman@okstatechamber.com.