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Job Summary

Comcast Federal Government Affairs is part of Comcast and is located in Washington, DC. This group of men and women are the eyes and ears of what is going on in Washington. They watch how new laws and regulations will affect the company and try to influence them. The intern will be a part of this team. In addition to the Lobby Team, within the Washington, DC office is the Regulatory Team that advocates for the company in front of the FCC the regulatory agency that regulates telecommunications- video/broadband). There is also the Washington, DC Policy Team and the Communications Team, as well as the NBC Government Affairs Team and the NBC Regulatory Team. These different teams that all work collaboratively on a daily basis, guide the company with how it interacts with policy makers. The teams are always working to influence the policy coming out of the Congress and the Administration with different strategies and tactics.

Our 10–12-week program as an intern at Comcast will help you cultivate meaningful relationships, develop professional skills, gain insight to the day-to-day operations of a top media and technology company, and receive mentorship opportunities to expand your professional network. You will gain invaluable knowledge of our industry, be part of our diverse and welcoming culture and receive exposure to other areas of the business, all while working on real life business projects and functions.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Watch Congressional hearings and take notes for circulation to Comcast Legislative Affairs team.
• Work with members of the Legislative Affairs team on various projects.
• Conduct guided legislative and Congressional research on topics of interest to Comcast NBCUniversal.
• Attend internal Comcast meetings and take notes for staff.
• Support the Legislative Affairs team in planning and execution of Comcast corporate events.
• Attend meetings with Congressional staff.
• Process consultant invoices and other administrative assignments as needed.
• Regular, Consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants must be a rising junior or senior (returning to a degree program for at least a semester) from a US-based college or university
• Strong interest in working on the Hill after graduation or has previously worked on the Hill;
• Strong interest in government affairs/regulatory affairs.
• Strong research skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, required
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign is a plus, but not required
• Must have excellent time management and verbal/written communication skills
• Must have great attention to detail and organizational skills
• Must have ability to interface with all levels of management
• Must be able to work evenings (when necessary)
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in the telecommunications, cable and media industries.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Available to work 30-35 hours per week over the course of the summer
• Start date is flexible, but after memorial day holiday.
• Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship needs

Preferred Major(s):

• Political science
• English
• International relations
• Policy and management

Compensation

• Rising Sophomore = $28/hr
• Rising Junior = $29/hr
• Rising Senior = $30/hr

Compensation

Base Pay: $30.00

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

Education

Certifications (if applicable)

Relative Work Experience

0-2 Years

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