What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer Leadership Institute Internship position at PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE?
- 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
- Wellesley College - Wellesley in Washington Program (WIW)
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 programs and training sessions that aim to develop strong leaders, engage employees, encourage innovation and build participants’ government networks. Examples of those programs include our Excellence in Government Fellows Program, Leadership Excellence for Acquisitions Professionals Program and one-on-one Executive Coaching, all geared toward employees across the government. PSLI is also building an eLearning program and has established a Public Service Leadership Model (PSLM) to guide employee's leadership growth throughout their career.
Leadership Institute interns have the unique opportunity to develop leadership and project management skills by helping deliver programs for government employees. During their internship, interns will learn more about project management, relationship management, event planning and logistics, customer service, professionalism and leadership development theory. At the end of their term, interns will walk away with a greater understanding of how the government and its agencies work and how government employees can lead at every level. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, time management skills, attention to detail and a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment in Washington, DC and occasionally at local external venues. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer and scanner.
The Partnership adheres to all federal, state and local employment laws.
COMPENSATION
Full-time interns will receive $1,500 per month. Part-time intern compensation will be pro-rated accordingly.
LOCATION
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. Per Partnership policy, all full-time employees will be expected to work from the office a minimum of 2x per week.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Business hours are Monday-Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, though exact work hours may vary depending on availability and need. Academic schedules will be accommodated; a part-time schedule may be considered. There may be occasional early morning or evening activities required.
TRAVEL
If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day.
Salary : $1,500
