Internship at Alexander & Cleaver - Annapolis

Alexander & Cleaver (A&C) is a full-service law firm based out of Fort Washington, Maryland with its Government Relations Division located in Annapolis, Maryland. A&C is seeking interns for the upcoming Maryland General Assembly’s 2020 Legislative Session. A&C is seeking individuals interested in legislative advocacy and/or marketing and communications. This internship will provide a close look at state and local politics from the perspectives of attorneys and lobbyists. 

POTENTIAL INTERNSHIP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: 

• Reviewing, editing, analyzing, and researching different legislative initiatives impacting clients. 
• Assisting with event planning including A&C firm events and client events including committee dinners and advocacy days held throughout session. 
• Assisting with marketing and public relations for the firm – social media, op-eds, newsletters, etc. 
• Coordinating and signing up panels for bill testimony and submitting written testimony. 
• Listening and providing information on various hearings throughout the legislative session. 
• Assisting with in office administrative work, when needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong organization and communication skills. 
• Flexible schedule. 
• Remain nonpartisan with clients and elected officials. 
• Junior or senior in college. 
• Interest in government and politics and/or government and community relations. 
• All majors welcome. The firm understands the ever changing nature of college courses and schedules. Ideally the right candidate will be able to work in the Annapolis office 3-4 days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM. The firm is willing to work around independent schedules and coordinate a flexible schedule with the right candidate.

Please email resume to: rshewbridge@alexander-cleaver.com no later than Friday, October 25, 2019. We will hold an orientation for hired interns during the second week of November with the beginning of the official internship starting January 6, 2020.