Human Capital, Summer Internship

BPC's Summer Internship Program

BPC has a robust summer internship program. Interns work full time and will receive a $6,000 stipend for ten weeks of work. Interns must be a rising Junior or above. Applicants must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate program or a be recent graduate. Interns will provide functional support, conduct research, and work directly with project analysts and staff in various capacities.

Our Summer Internship program runs from June 1 to August 7, 2026.

*Please note that this summer internship is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, with on-site work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at BPC's office at 1225 I (Eye) Street in Washington, DC.*

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Project Description

The United States currently lacks a coordinated set of policies to support and develop its most precious asset-our people. From early childhood through classroom and career, BPC's Human Capital Program advances solutions that allow us to harness the potential of the American people, businesses, and economy.

Responsibilities

Interns will work with BPC's Human Capital team on analysis and research, monitoring news and congressional activity, and administrative tasks. Interns will support the program's policy areas, including:

Paid family leave

Child care

Working family tax supports

K-12 education

Workforce development

Postsecondary pathways Qualifications

Must be an enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate school or be a recent grad

Strong research, writing, and organizational skills

Efficient worker with ability to multi-task

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Interest or experience in social policy or economic policy

Experience in issues related to early childhood, worker benefits, education, business, and workforce development a plus

Experience with state and local policy a plus APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a qualified candidate has been identified. Please do not send multiple submissions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Due to the number of applications received, we are unable to contact those who have not been selected for an internship. No phone calls, please. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply but must have a valid work permit or visa verifying eligibility to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

Required materials (please submit as one PDF File):

Cover Letter

Resume

Relevant writing sample (3-5 pages)

College or university transcript (unofficial is acceptable)

Brief response to the statement "What does Bipartisanship mean to you?" (5-8 sentences) To celebrate diversity and ensure equity and inclusivity, BPC is committed to:

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce with insights and solutions for our increasingly divided society.

Creating a workplace culture where all employees feel valued and their perspectives are heard.