Creosote Partners is Arizona’s only progressive lobbying and government relations firm committed to representing clients whose values align with ours. Individuals working with Creosote Partners will intern for a professional team of lobbyists in a remote office environment, with occasional visits to the Arizona State Capitol. Internship duties are completed under the supervision of Creosote Staff. This position is paid a biweekly stipend of $445, a total of $890 monthly. The position begins on January 6, 2025, and concludes on May 30, 2025. Interns are expected to work at a maximum of 10 hours per week.

Duties may include:

• Research, monitor, and track legislation and political activity relevant to Creosote clients.
• Attend legislative and administrative hearings, either virtually or in person, to monitor activity relevant to Creosote clients.
• Take notes during legislative and administrative hearings to report back to Creosote staff.
• Assist with the planning, execution, and evaluation of “Days at the Capitol” for Creosote clients.
• Assist in preparing communications with Creosote clients about relevant news from the Capitol.
• Attend special meetings of coalitions and stakeholders related to the work of Creosote clients.
• Identify and execute a special legislative project to be approved by Creosote staff.
• Create at least one memo on amendment language.
• Assist with research and creating fact sheets for legislation.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of social media communication.

Qualifications:

• An interest in the Arizona State Legislature, policy, and/or lobbying.
• Must live in Arizona during the internship program.
• Must be available for 10 hours a week during business hours Monday through Friday.

To apply, please send a one-paragraph (maximum) statement of why you are interested in this position and what you hope to get out of the experience in the body of the email and attach your resume. Applications should be sent to [email protected] at the attention of Natalya Brown, by November 1, 2024. All applications will be reviewed after November 1, 2024.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Internship

Pay: $890.00 per month

Expected hours: No more than 10 per week

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Remote