US Public Policy Co-op/Intern (Summer 2026) at Stantec · Washington

Your Key Responsibilities

• Interact with senior staff and leaders.
• Contribute to the preparation of quality technical documents.
• Draft policy briefs, memos, and reports under the supervision of senior staff.
• Compile data and statistics from various sources for policy and project analysis.
• Assist in audit assessments with assigned tasks commensurate with your level of experience.
• Attend social and professional development events.
• Provide support to and assist as needed an experienced team of professionals engaged in public policy.
• Coordinating of/participating in the preparation of project details.
• Participate in team meetings, providing input and suggestions for policy development and implementation.
• Maintain updated knowledge of current events and policy changes relevant to the organization’s mission.
• Perform various office tasks as required to deliver a quality product on schedule.
• Support communities we live and work. 

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, political science.
• Public relations skills and ability to communicate with staff, volunteers, corporate clients, and the public.
• Capacity to work on several projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated interest in climate, sustainability, and public policy.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Problem-solving skills, discretion and good judgement when handling confidential/sensitive information.
• Confident, detail orientated and enthusiastic team player.
• Self-directed with the ability to work with a sense of urgency to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Able to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team with a positive attitude.
• Able to contribute to a healthy safety and environmental culture.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a team setting. 

Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. 

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.