[Hiring] State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern @The American Institute of Architects

Role Description

The State & Local Policy & Legislative Intern at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will serve as a key research and tracking resource for state and local legislative activity during Summer 2026. The intern will support the development of a Quorum legislative dashboard to complement the existing Stateside Associates system, delivering actionable insights for AIA staff and components.

Responsibilities

• Legislative Research & Tracking
  • Build and maintain a Quorum legislative tracking dashboard aligned with AIA’s Strategic Priority Areas
  • Monitor and summarize state legislative activity, bill status, and emerging trends
  • Coordinate tracking workflows to avoid duplication and support senior staff review
• Policy Analysis & Content
  • Produce legislative summaries, bill analyses, talking points, and issue briefs
  • Support toolkit content and model language development for priority issues
  • Contribute research for task forces and policy initiatives
• Platform & Documentation
  • Create user guides and tracking documentation for staff and components
  • Ensure dashboard outputs and legislative summaries are accessible on the GAF microsite
  • Assist in developing visual summaries and issue snapshots for newsletters

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Law, or a related field
• Strong written communication skills and interest in government affairs or advocacy
• Comfortable with spreadsheets, research tools, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in remote or hybrid environments
• Experience with legislative research, policy analysis, or advocacy communications preferred
• Familiarity with legislative tracking platforms (Quorum, Stateside Associates, FiscalNote, etc.) a plus
• Interest in architecture, housing, climate policy, or professional licensing

Learning Opportunities

• Gain experience supporting a national legislative tracking system
• Develop skills in legislative research, policy analysis, and advocacy communications
• Build working knowledge of Quorum and Stateside Associates tools
• Contribute to deliverables serving 100,000+ professionals and 270+ components
• Expand network through engagement with GAPP team members and industry partners

Internship Details

• This is an 8-week, full-time remote internship which will run from June 15, 2026 - August 7, 2026.
• Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions

Submit a resume and cover letter by May 13, 2026. Your cover letter should address why you want this internship. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted with next steps.