Science Policy Intern
About The Position
AIP is looking for a Science Policy Intern to join our FYI: Science Policy News Team. AIP’s science policy news service, called FYI, is a premier source of updates on federal science agencies and legislation. Published by AIP since 1989, FYI is trusted by policymakers and prominent figures in the scientific community nationwide. At FYI, we seek to clarify policy activity and deliver nuanced insight into its impacts on the scientific community. FYI is seeking candidates for its 2026 Internship Program. Anticipated program start in March 2026. Applications are due by 11:59EST on February 22nd, 2026. As an intern at FYI, you will gain valuable experience studying and writing about science policy developments in Washington, DC, and beyond. FYI’s internship has a strong educational focus: You will be trained to write original content for FYI, including short news summaries and deep-dive articles. You will learn to distill complex policy topics for non-specialists. You will participate in the team’s editorial planning meetings.
Requirements
- Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student with an expected program completion date after December 2026. Undergraduate seniors who intend to immediately attend graduate school in the DC area in the fall will be considered.
- Applicants must reside in the DC Metro regions of Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
- Write original content for FYI, including short news summaries and deep-dive articles.
- Distill complex policy topics for non-specialists.
- Participate in the team’s editorial planning meetings.
Benefits
- Interns with FYI receive a stipend for the duration of their internship.
- Positive work-life balance
- Supportive staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
