Spring 2027 Leadership and Innovation Intern

Application Deadline is October 18. For Spring 2027, the Partnership will prioritize hiring interns from the following schools: Florida International University George Mason University Ohio State University – John Glenn College of Public Affairs and the Washington Academic Internship Program (WAIP) Syracuse University – Maxwell School of Public Affairs Trinity Washington University University of California schools – UCDC Washington Center Program University of Maryland University of Michigan University of Pennsylvania University of Texas at Austin – LBJ School of Public Affairs This is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship.

ORGANIZATION

The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a big mission: we’re working to ensure the government is dynamic, innovative and that it effectively serves the American people. We’ve got a great team that helps make it happen. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values: Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government. People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration and respect. Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results. Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible. We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. Are you ready to join our team?

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Public Service Leadership Institute (PSLI) hosts and delivers programs, convenings and training sessions that aim to develop strong government leaders, engage employees, encourage innovation and build participants’ government networks. PSLI is looking for interns to help support our leadership development and business development. Interns are assigned to one primary focus area, with limited exposure to other team activities. PSLI interns have the unique