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About Us:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation harnesses the power of business to create solutions for the good of America and the world. We anticipate, develop, and deploy solutions to challenges facing communities—today and tomorrow.

Specifically, our team members—

+ Explore frontier issues, test new ideas, and suggest novel approaches to address big-picture challenges that will impact the future.

+ Work with businesses to provide practical solutions for wider adoption, participation, and engagement.

+ Convene and coordinate with businesses and public leaders to take immediate action in moments of unanticipated crisis.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. We are committed to our employees, and as part of our team we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.

Position Overview:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is seeking a Civics Special Projects Intern to support high-impact initiatives across the organization. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, contribute to strategic planning, and help operationalize big ideas into actionable processes and results. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly organized, and eager to gain hands-on experience in strategy, operations, and event planning.

This opportunity offers meaningful exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, providing valuable experience and professional growth in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

We welcome applications from undergraduate or graduate students, as well as professionals seeking a meaningful part-time opportunity to contribute to impactful work while gaining valuable experience.

This is a part-time hybrid position (20–30 hours per week) beginning immediately and continuing through May or June 2026. The Intern is expected to work in person at least two days per week at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C. Please note that fully remote applicants will not be considered. The hourly rate for this position is between $18.00 and $20.00.

Responsibilities:

+ Collaborate with Foundation leadership to develop and implement strategic plans and operational frameworks for new and existing initiatives

+ Support cross-functional projects by creating timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables are met

+ Assist in planning and executing events, including logistics, communications, and stakeholder coordination

+ Conduct research and synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations

+ Draft internal and external communications, presentations, and reports

+ Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to team efficiency

Qualifications:

+ Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences

+ Highly organized and detail-oriented, with experience managing multiple priorities

+ Demonstrated interest in strategy, operations, or event planning

+ Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindset

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools is a plus

This internship requires U.S. work authorization and is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and/or Optional Practical Training (OPT).

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.

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Job Details

Job Family Intern

Pay Type Hourly