Business Institute of Washington  

The Business Institute Internship Program


Are you interested in learning more about the process of creating public policy? Are you interested in participating in community outreach/education programs? As an intern with The Business Institute you will have the opportunity to meet and work alongside key individuals highly engaged in effecting change in our state.

Job Description

As an intern with The Business Institute, you will be working with various groups involved with creating public policy, from non-profit groups, private companies, as well as elected officials. The Business Institute recruits civic minded individuals who are interested in expanding their knowledge on public policy and its effects on the business climate in Washington State.
Orientation and training will be provided at the beginning and throughout the internship period. Interns will be working with our Executive Director and may be assigned to different work groups depending on project requirements.

Interns’ responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Work exclusively on behalf of The Business Institute during the normal business hours of 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.;
  • Check e-mail regularly and when you first come into the office;
  • Integrate talents and expertise with The Business Institute's 3 person staffing team;
  • Compile legislative voting records for 49 State Senators and 98 State Legislators;
  • Assist with online fundraising analysis and research.
  • Creatively develop website copy and post on website for The Business Institute;
  • Represent The Business Institue with the President in coordinating educational efforts with other pro-business organizations, associations and entities such as AWB, WA Roundtable, NFIB, and other business associations.
  • Establish and maintain all educational files and correspondence. These files and correspondence will remain the property of The Business Institute.

Benefits:

? Interns will work for $10 per hour, depending on events and activities.
? Interns will have the option of being compensated by taking school credit.
? Mileage and travel costs will be compensated.

Application Criteria:

The Busniess Institute's Internship Program is offered to High School and College students ages 14 to 20. Having community service experience and/or speaking another language are desirable, but not a requirement.

To Apply:

Applicants should send The Business Institute a resume with two (2) references. Please send your resume via email to info@enterprisewashington.org or by fax to 425-313-0075. If you have further questions, please call us at 425-313-0074.