Strategies Intern

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future. We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team! Troutman Strategies (TS) is seeking interns for the 2027 Georgia Legislative Session. Interns will observe, learn, and support the legislative process through direct experience during Georgia’s 40-day legislative session at the Georgia State Capitol. This full time, paid internship provides an excellent opportunity for college students and beyond to receive valuable time with the Georgia General Assembly and government affairs professionals. Interns will also work alongside TS clients, which include several Fortune 500 companies, Georgia based organizations, trade associations, and non-profits. The internship will begin the first week of January 2027 and shall last the length of the legislative session. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Monitor and attend committee hearings in and around the Georgia State Capitol; take notes and prepare meeting summaries for clients and team. Conduct research and prepare weekly written reports, briefs, and memos on actions taken by the Georgia General Assembly and relevant policy areas. Utilize software to track relevant client legislation. Organize & staff TS-hosted events on and off site. Support and coordinate with the Government Affairs team to stay abreast of critical and emerging government activities including changes in government and policy relevant to TPS business. Perform research and monitor to obtain knowledge of relevant policy and government affairs issues, and economic/market developments related to TS’s clients to proactively identify emerging issues and help in the development of government affairs strategies. Gain exposure clients and elected officials with opportunities to network for future careers. About Troutman Strategies Troutman Strategies is a full-service government affairs and issue management firm founded in 2002 with offices in Georgia, Washington, D.C., Virginia, Texas, Illinois, and Massachusetts. TS is regularly recognized as one of the top lobbying firms in Georgia by the AJC, James Magazine and other industry leaders. TS is an independent, ancillary business of Troutman Pepper Locke, LLP. #LI-Hybrid The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19. This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs. 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