Job description
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nation’s most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically located within the U.S. and authorized to work in the U.S. through the duration of the program.
Throughout your internship, you will gain meaningful professional experience at a partner organization and participate in professional development built around a 2-day, in-person summit hosted by Stand Together Fellowships at Stand Together’s Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, supported by virtual programming that takes place every other Thursday between 1- 3:30 pm ET. Interns will receive either a $7,500 or $5,500 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (24 hours/week).
The programming provided by Stand Together Fellowships focuses on three objectives:
1. understanding the foundational principles of a free society such as individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and the rule of law;
2. learning the Stand Together community’s vision for change and how a principled approach to problem solving can help address society’s biggest challenges; and
3. presenting opportunities and pathways to build a career that advances liberty and free society.
Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance!
Please note that all Koch Internship Program interns MUST be available every other Thursday (Jan. 22, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, March 12, March 26, and April 9) from 1-3:30 PM ET for virtual professional development training AND the in-person summit at Stand Together’s Headquarters in Arlington, VA Feb. 6-Feb. 7.
About the Illinois Policy Institute:
The Illinois Policy Institute is the strongest voice for taxpayers in the state. We stand up for regular Illinoisans who deserve a voice in government but have been ignored in favor of special interests for too long. We educate and engage Illinoisans from all walks of life to ensure our state is a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Illinois is a place we should all be proud to call home.
The Illinois Policy Institute is a nonpartisan 501©(3) research organization.
The Illinois Policy Institute believes:
That civil and personal liberties must be protected and preserved.
Illinois should be a place where people of all talents, interests and cultural backgrounds can succeed with hard work and ingenuity.
In effective, efficient, honest and transparent government that is accountable to taxpayers and residents in need, not political special interests.
That the best policies empower people – and limit the power of government.
That a public pension system that threatens to bankrupt our state, drive down economic growth and evaporate retirements for public-sector workers is immoral – but that modest reforms can solve this crisis.
Property taxes must be brought under control so people are not forced out of their homes.
Workers deserve the right to choose whether a labor union serves their values and interests.
Economic policy should focus on creating jobs and opportunities for all.
Voters deserve choices at the ballot box and no politician is entitled to a “safe” seat.
Each child should have access to their choice of educational opportunities that meet their individual needs and prepare them for the future.
The Illinois Policy Institute is seeking an intern to be part of a high-performing team conducting research that makes a difference. You’ll help analyze bills and policies to identify legislation that helps Illinois taxpayers – and uncover bills that would hurt taxpayers. You’ll work with the team to uncover information generally unavailable to the public that is held by state and local government units.
For the duration of your internship, you’ll work remotely as part of the institute’s policy and litigation team, with the option to work in our Chicago office.
Please submit a cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position and interest in working for the Illinois Policy Institute and a writing sample with your application.
This role is open to part-time or full-time interns, onsite in Chicago, IL or remote.
$5,500 - $7,500 a year
Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
