Intern, Government Relations and Public Policy Job at Buckeye Valley Family YMCA (Chicago)

Director of Government & Customer Relations

Responsible for the local and regional government affairs and customer relations...

Location

United States , Cleveland

Salary:

147521.00 - 191777.00 USD / Year

Engage Cleveland

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree preferably in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Relations, Communications, Public Administration or a closely related field
Candidate must possess ten (10) years of experience in government affairs and/or community or public relations
Experience must include five (5) years of supervising, managing, and/or leading people, projects, and/or processes
Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines
Candidate must have the ability to fully learn the work and strategic direction of the Sewer District and communicate it to a variety of audiences
Candidate must possess effective written and verbal communication, organizational skills and decision-making abilities
Candidate must possess strong team leadership and people management skills
Candidate must possess the ability to effectively plan, coordinate, establish and maintain effective working relationships and prioritize workloads based on available resources
Candidate must possess negotiation and conflict resolution skills to address issues and opportunities for improvement

Job Responsibility

Develops and oversees the execution of strategic goals for the government affairs and customer relations functions based on the objectives of the Sewer District
Builds and maintains local and regional relationships including elected officials, government administrations, community and business stakeholders to foster two-way communications
Represents the Sewer District at events with local and regional government agencies, community stakeholders, local and national organizations
Advises all departments regarding the Sewer District’s interest in local government affairs
Facilitates internal communications between relevant departments to maintain coordinated Sewer District-wide government affairs activities
Oversees the department’s workforce development programs and student initiatives, including all associated contracts
Leads and coaches program managers as needed
Oversees customer relations communication channels for effective, seamless and targeted approach to customer contact at all levels
Monitors customer relations results and metrics
Leads, directs, supervises and coaches the department managers and staff to achieve performance goals

What we offer

Health Insurance Coverage
Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Free Parking at our facilities
Corporate Discounts
active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance

Fulltime

Government Relations Specialist

Corporate Tools is hiring a Government Relations Specialist. You will be a tradi...

Location

United States

Salary:

80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

Corporate Tools

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (highly preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to adapt communication style to different audiences
At least 2- 4 years of previous, demonstrated experience in a government relations role
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative, regulatory, and policy making processes
An ability to develop and maintain political and key stakeholder relationships
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to positively interact with diverse political bodies, build relationships, and resolve conflicts diplomatically
Excellent legislative research, writing, research and analysis skills
Ability to travel 25% - 35%, on average, based on the needs of the company

Job Responsibility

Work with Government Relations team to develop and drive advocacy and outreach strategies before federal and state legislative bodies and regulatory agencies on key business issues
Engage policymakers and other policy stakeholders to protect the company’s interests and public policy goals
Collaborate with stakeholders across the company to drive the development of public policy positions
Conduct research and analysis on trending legislative, regulatory, and public policy issues
Assist with building and maintaining relationships with federal and state regulatory agencies and legislative bodies (state legislative bodies, Congress, administration officials)
Contribute to team projects, deliverables, and presentations on a diverse range of legislative and policy topics
Develop briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders on legislative and regulatory issues
Engage with industry associations and third-party coalitions on relevant issues
Travel (35% - 40%) to represent the company before legislative bodies and industry events

What we offer

100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision for employees
Annual review with raise option
22 days Paid Time Off accrued annually, and 4 holidays
After 3 years, PTO increases to 29 days. Employees transition to flexible time off after 5 years with the company—not accrued, not capped, take time off when you want
The 4 holidays are: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
Paid Parental Leave
Up to 6% company matching 401(k) with no vesting period
Quarterly allowance
Use to make your remote work set up more comfortable, for continuing education classes, a plant for your desk, coffee for your coworker, a massage for yourself... really, whatever
Open concept office with friendly coworkers

Fulltime

Account Associate

LS2group is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Account Associate to join our g...

Location

United States , Des Moines

Salary:

Not provided

LS2group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, political science, public affairs, journalism, or a related field
At least 1 year of experience in public policy, political campaigns, legislative affairs, public relations, or communications, ideally within Iowa
Exceptional writing, research, and organizational skills
Strong understanding of public policy, government processes, and/or media relations
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills
Dependable, adaptable, and enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic

Job Responsibility

Support day-to-day activities for multiple client accounts
Draft client-facing materials including media pitches, press releases, op-eds, research reports, and legislative summaries
Monitor media coverage and compile comprehensive clip reports
Assist with grassroots and coalition-building efforts
Conduct in-depth research on public policy issues, legislative developments, and stakeholder landscapes
Attend and take notes on client meetings, internal brainstorms, and external events
Maintain organized trackers, reports, and project documentation
Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of all client materials
Collaborate with team members to develop and execute strategic communications plans
Actively contribute to a positive, proactive team environment

Fulltime

Science Policy Intern

The part-time, temporary science policy intern supports the American Physical So...

Location

United States

Salary:

16.00 - 20.00 USD / Hour

American Physical Society

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
equivalent work experience may be considered in place of a degree
Minimum of one year relevant work experience and/or two years of college, university, and/or higher education coursework is required
College, university, and/or higher education coursework completion in physical science and/or public policy and/or data science or related/relevant fields is preferred
Proficient in using data visualization tools and techniques, web-based tools preferred
Proficient data analysis and visualization skills
Experience using Google Colab, looker studio, and BigQuery preferred
Proficient in Google Suite
Proficient in analyzing data, using MS excel or other tools

Job Responsibility

Develop and perform data analysis in consultation with the science policy manager
Create data visualization tools to support Government Affairs (GA) in consultation with the science policy manager and the director of public affairs
Assist the science policy manager in educating policymakers and other audiences on federal science policy initiatives that affect the physics community, including those related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education and equity
Help develop advocacy materials for GA
Provide logistical and administrative support to the science policy manager as needed
Communicate regularly with the science policy manager
Collaborate with the director of public affairs, GA staff, Office of External Affairs staff, other APS staff, APS members, and colleagues at peer organizations
Contribute to office projects within the science policy portfolio
Stay current on GA policy priorities, positions, and activities as needed to carry out responsibilities independently
Perform other duties as assigned

What we offer

Remote First: The majority of staff work primarily from remote locations
APS allows flexible work hours

Parttime

Communications & Public Relations Manager

As the Communications & PR Manager, you are responsible for defining and executi...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or journalism, with at least 2 years in a managerial or strategic role
Proven track record of owning and driving PR strategy at a national level
Experience leading teams and developing junior talent
Excellent media relations skills and a strong network of journalist contacts
Outstanding writing, editing, and storytelling capabilities
Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities under tight deadlines
High degree of autonomy and sense of ownership
Experience managing complex communications issues and navigating crisis scenarios
Strong interpersonal skills and experience working cross-functionally and with senior leadership

Job Responsibility

Define, implement, and continuously refine the country-level communications and PR strategy, aligned with the company's global positioning and adapted to local needs
Serve as the main point of contact for national and regional media, government stakeholders, partners, and internal teams
Lead and manage the local press office operation: oversee the production, approval, and dissemination of press releases, media advisories, Q&As, and opinion pieces
Ensure consistent messaging across paid, earned, shared, and owned channels
Design and execute press and influencer events that drive awareness and media interest
Develop and nurture strong relationships with national and local journalists, editors, and key opinion leaders
Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team in your market, providing media training and preparing them for press interactions
Represent the company at high-level meetings, interviews, press briefings, and public forums
Identify potential reputational risks and lead crisis communication responses when needed
Analyze communication performance, track media coverage, and produce actionable reports and recommendations

What we offer

Fever 40% discount: This discount is for personal use only
Free Candlelight Event: This voucher is for single use only and valid for 2 people
Health insurance: We offer private health insurance, managed by Niva Bupa. This is paid 100% by Fever
English lessons fully paid by Fever
You have a total of 27 days of annual leave: 15 working days of vacation per year + 12 working days between casual and sick leave per year
You can enjoy the afternoon off on your birthday if it falls on a working day. It’s our way of helping you celebrate
Possibility of remote working from home

Fulltime

Government Affairs Manager

This role is central to strengthening Microsoft’s position as a trusted technolo...

Location

Romania , Bucharest

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, International Relations, Political Science, or a related field AND experience working as a government affairs, public affairs, or public policy expert in government, a multinational organization, a corporate government affairs office, an industry association, coalition or equivalent group or a policy-focused research institution
OR equivalent experience
Office presence of minimum 3 days per week
Experience developing and managing strategic relationships to influence technology, digital, or public-policy priorities
Experience working directly with government officials, policy influencers, or international organizations in CEE/CIS/Baltics is a plus
Strong understanding of digital policy areas such as cloud adoption, cybersecurity, AI governance and diffusion, and data protection
Ability and skills to conceive, analyze, develop, and execute medium-to-long term strategies and campaigns to deal with complex issues of technology, policy, and law, involving multiple issues and interested parties
Ability to work autonomously and comfort with ambiguity will be required

Job Responsibility

Track and monitor policy, regulatory, geopolitical, and market developments across Romania, CIS, and the Baltics, assessing their impact on Microsoft’s priorities
Contribute to developing Microsoft’s policy agenda and regional advocacy strategies
Respond to emerging issues by prioritizing, coordinating internally, and engaging specialists when needed
Drive implementation of Microsoft’s strategic initiatives by collaborating across business groups, partners, and external stakeholders
prepare policy briefings, strategic documents, and internal updates
Engage in dialogue with policymakers, industry voices, and thought leaders to support Microsoft’s public policy positions
Gather and synthesize intelligence to support development of policy papers, briefings, presentations, or legislative testimony
Advise internal teams on policy, geopolitical, and cultural issues relevant to product development, cloud adoption, and business strategy
Deliver creative, pragmatic solutions to advance Microsoft’s policy objectives while managing risks and reputational considerations
Lead and coordinate internal and external events, including content development, message crafting, and meeting preparation

Fulltime

Senior Corporate Affairs Manager

The LATAM (Latin America) Corporate Affairs Lead is responsible for Corporate Af...

Location

Mexico , Mexico City

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 2 years of communications, public relations, public policy, political science, journalism, business, or related field experience
Master’s degree and 6 years of communications, public relations, public policy, political science, journalism, business, or related field experience
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of communications, public relations, public policy, political science, journalism, business, or related field experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of communications, public relations, public policy, political science, journalism, business, or related field experience
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of communications, public relations, public policy, political science, journalism, business, or related field experience
2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Job Responsibility

Partner with regional and Mexico leadership teams to translate leadership priorities into Corporate Affairs plans with measurable impact
Provide proactive strategic counsel to the VP / Region General Manager
Strengthen Mexico’s Corporate Affairs capability as a growth market
Working in close partnership with Government Affairs, Value & Access, Medical Affairs, Commercial and other key cross-functional partners, identify regional risks, opportunities, and policy developments
Serve as company spokesperson on Mexico-specific issues
manage messaging, media relations, and narrative positioning
Strengthen engagement with patient advocacy organizations in Mexico and across priority markets
Support crisis and issues management for Mexico
Uncover insights and leverage data to map stakeholders and ensure appropriate and aligned messaging across channels
Develop and execute communication plans for branded product communications, disease education initiatives and employee initiatives

What we offer

Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards

Fulltime

New

Public Policy Manager

To lead and coordinate Vodacom DRC’s public policy strategy and engagement with ...

Location

Congo, the Democratic Republic of the , Kinshasa

Salary:

Not provided

Vodafone

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in law, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, or a related field
Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in public policy, government affairs, or regulatory relations (telecoms experience preferred)
Strong understanding of the DRC’s political, regulatory, and economic environment
Excellent communication and negotiation skills in French and English (Lingala is a plus)
Proven experience in stakeholder management and policy advocacy
Strong analytical, research, and drafting skills
Team player with high levels of integrity and discretion

Job Responsibility

Policy Analysis & Advocacy: Analyze emerging public policy, regulatory and legislative issues. Draft position papers, policy briefs, and recommendations to promote Vodacom’s interests
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key government ministries, parliamentary bodies, regulatory authorities, NGOs, and international institutions
Representation: Represent Vodacom DRC in public policy forums, industry associations (e.g., GSMA, FEC), and working groups, ensuring the company’s voice is heard in sectoral dialogues
Strategic Advisory: Advise internal stakeholders (legal, regulatory, commercial, ESG, etc.) on public policy developments and potential implications for Vodacom’s strategy and operations
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Regulatory, Legal, Corporate Affairs, and ESG teams to align public policy positions and drive integrated advocacy efforts
Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor national and regional legislative developments, produce risk assessments, and prepare reports for senior leadership and Group Public Policy team
Project Support: Support initiatives related to digital inclusion, mobile financial services regulation, data privacy, taxation, cybersecurity, and infrastructure development

Intern, Government Relations and Public Policy

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

Expiration:
March 15, 2026

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