189 2026 intern jobs at 73 companies in Arlington, MD
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Fall 2026 Government Relations Intern (DC)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$19-$24/hrOnsiteInternship, Full Time
Invariant: Invariant is a bipartisan public affairs and lobbying firm advising companies, trade associations, nonprofits, and individuals.
Previous congressional or federal legislative experience preferred; strong writing, communication, attention to detail, teamwork, initiative, and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Preference for full-time interns beginning Aug 31, 2026.
ClearPath: A 501(c)(3) conservative clean-energy advocacy nonprofit developing market-based policies for American innovation and lower emissions.
Currently enrolled in a four-year bachelor's program; interest in policy/Capitol Hill or clean energy; proficient in Google Workspace; data analysis and strong written/verbal communication and networking skills.
Intern to Intern Conversion – Business Functions (All) (Summer 2026 Intern Program)
Everett or Huntsville or Charleston or Tinker Air Force Base or Oklahoma City or Berkeley or Huntington Beach or Hazelwood or Germantown or El Segundo or China Lake or Arlington or Ridley Park or Tukwila or North Charleston or Kennedy Space Center or Fairfax or Houston or Colorado Springs or Chicago or Long Beach or Renton or Saint Louis or Dallas or Seattle or Auburn or Philadelphia or San Antonio or Kent or Mesa
$38k-$64k/yrOnsiteFull Time, Internship
BoeingNYSE: BA: Global aerospace manufacturer of commercial and defense aircraft.
Must be enrolled in a bachelor's or higher program (graduation on/after Aug 2027), be available full-time for a 10-12 week Summer 2027 internship, and have previously interned with Boeing.
BAE SystemsLSE: BA.: Global defense, aerospace, and security technology.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in engineering, business administration, quality management or related field; attention to detail; teamwork; basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 and Lean Six Sigma/RCA preferred.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
BAE Systems Land: Defence division producing combat vehicles, weapons, munitions, artillery and missile systems for military customers.
Pursuing a Bachelor's in Industrial/Manufacturing/Systems/Process/Mechanical Engineering, able to work 30–40 hrs/week (Fall 2026), experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Access/Excel/Visio/Project, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD
Renewing American Innovation: A non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization providing strategic insights and practical policy solutions.
Must be final-year undergraduate, recent graduate, or current graduate student pursuing a BA or MA in international affairs, political science, public policy, or STEM; strong writing, research, and Microsoft Office skills; familiarity with social media.
Institute for Higher Education Policy: Nonpartisan nonprofit research and advocacy organization advancing equitable access and success in higher education for underserved students.
Part-time availability of 20–25 hours weekly through October 2026–May 2027; strong communication, critical thinking, organization, research, data analysis, and computer skills; MS Office and video conferencing proficiency.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
Narrative Strategies: Bipartisan strategic communications firm serving Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, nonprofits, and law firms.
Currently pursuing or recently completed IT/CS/IS coursework or equivalent experience; interest in macOS, Apple hardware, Microsoft 365, networking, and end-user support; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
macOS, MacBook Pro, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Greater Washington Partnership: Nonprofit civic alliance helping employers, educators, governments, and communities advance inclusive economic growth from Baltimore to Richmond.
Part-time internship (20–24 hrs/wk) involving policy research, writing, stakeholder engagement; interest/experience in public policy, government relations, strong communication and organizational skills required.
Arlington Catholic Herald: Roman Catholic nonprofit diocese serving Catholics across Northern Virginia through parishes, schools, worship, evangelization, and charity.
College student or recent graduate in journalism or related field; strong writing, editing and digital/social media skills; attention to detail; practicing Catholic; media experience preferred.
Advanced Behavioral Health: Nonprofit Maryland mental health provider serving children, families, adolescents, and adults through outpatient behavioral-health services.
Currently enrolled undergraduate in Accounting/Finance/Business; familiarity with GAAP and payroll laws; Microsoft Excel proficiency; QuickBooks a plus; strong analytical, communication, organizational skills; discretion with confidential payroll data.
Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, EMR
Solar Energy Industries Association: U.S. nonprofit trade association representing solar and energy-storage companies through policy advocacy, research, education, and industry support.
Working knowledge of strategic communications, social media, public policy, and MS Office Suite; strong writing, verbal communication, teamwork, organization, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
Drupal, Salesforce, Eventbrite, Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok
International Rescue Committee: Global humanitarian aid and relief organization.
Currently enrolled in or holding a bachelor’s or master’s degree; experience teaching/tutoring/mentoring youth preferred; ability to create differentiated lessons, support ELL students, complete case management, and work a minimum 24 hrs/week with at least 15 in-person hours.
Middle East Institute: Washington, DC-based nonprofit policy research institution delivering nonpartisan Middle East analysis and recommendations to policymakers.
Undergraduate/graduate student or recent graduate with strong research, writing, and data-analysis skills; GPA 3.5+ preferred; proficiency with Excel/Spreadsheets; Arabic a plus.
IntertekLondon Stock Exchange: ITRK: Global provider of total quality assurance services.
Pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, architecture or related field; travel willingness; lift 50 lbs; good computer skills; strong planning; valid driver’s license.
Human Rights Accountability Legal Intern - Fall 2026
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
HybridInternship
Human Rights First: Nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization defending refugees, immigrants, democracy, and human rights through legal, policy, and accountability work.
Law student preferred; strong research and writing, legal analysis, regional human-rights knowledge, organizational skills, foreign language skills desirable; interns must be located in the United States and commit 10-12 hours/week.
Third Way: Nonprofit think tank and advocacy group advancing moderate policy ideas for U.S. decision-makers.
Part-time, in-person intern (Sept 8–Dec 11). Strong writing/communication, Microsoft Office proficiency, Mailchimp and Monday.com preferred; ability to coordinate across teams and track analytics; current student or related coursework preferred.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Mailchimp, Monday.com
Woodcliff Lake or Washington or Chicago or Decatur or Itasca or Cayuga or Kittery or Baltimore or Ellicott City or Portsmouth or Albany or Astoria or New York City or Homer City
$18-$25/hrFieldMultiple Commitments Available
Kiewit Corporation: Major North American construction and engineering firm.
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, or related field; able to travel, relocate, work full-time in summer, and access construction sites.
Nexstar Media GroupNASDAQ: NXST: Largest local broadcast television operator in the United States.
Strong communication, flexibility, collaboration, willingness to learn, and ability to research stories, gather video, transcribe interviews, and support newsroom staff.
ChevronNYSE: CVX: Multinational energy focusing on oil, gas, and renewables.
Rising senior or graduate student pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field; awareness of US political and policy environment; strong communication and analytical skills.