Political Law Intern at Akin Gump… · Washington

Summary: Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm seeking a Political Law Intern to support their Public Law & Policy practice for Fall 2026. The intern will assist with various tasks related to campaign finance, lobbying registration, and ethics rules while gaining exposure to client interactions. Responsibilities: - Conduct basic research and package findings - Assist with client requests for registration and reporting thresholds and gift rules - Draft memoranda as requested - Work on discrete projects as requested by senior attorneys - Attend meetings and calls with clients - Other support functions as required Required Qualifications: - High School Diploma or equivalent, two years of college preferred - Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint - Strong research and writing skills - Ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative - Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize among competing tasks under pressure and time constraints - Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers and superiors - Good judgment and a strong sense of responsibility, integrity and loyalty - Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client, firm and office information and adhering to the Firm's Core Values - Able to work overtime Preferred Qualifications: - Basic knowledge of the legislative process a plus, but not required Required Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows operating system