• Job Description

  Req#: 640
  We are pleased to offer an outstanding and substantive internship program for the nation’s best and brightest young leaders.
  
  At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce , you will obtain a hands-on, meaningful work experience designed to meet your academic and career goals. Our internships offer opportunities in research, writing, database management, policy, communications, and event preparation.
  During the internship, you will network with colleagues and senior executives while participating in educational and professional activities designed to enhance your experience.
  PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
  The Chamber Internship Program is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn at the world’s largest business organization. In addition to directly supporting a team in the organization, interns have an opportunity to participate in a variety of programming that will help build professional skills and networks.
  Responsibilities for interns typically include research, drafting memos, and event planning and coordination. Specific responsibilities vary by department and semester.
  The Chamber also offers robust programming each semester to support professional development and networking for interns. These opportunities include company-wide meetings and social events, intern-exclusive discussions with senior executives such as the CEO, Chief Communications Officer, and President of the Foundation, as well as a resume review and interview preparation workshop.
  This internship is scheduled to run from Monday, September 15 through Friday, November 21, 2025. This is a part-time internship where candidates can expect to work up to 20 hours per week.
  Interns work a hybrid schedule and are expected to be in the office at least two days a week at our U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C. Fully remote applicants will not be considered.
  This is a paid internship, and students may also receive academic credit if they meet the criteria set by their school. The hourly rate for this position is between $17.50 and $18.00 per hour. The rate depends on the candidate's education level. This internship is open to current college or graduate students, as well as individuals who have graduated within the past six months.
  PROGRAMMING INCLUDES:
  • Intern Orientation – Get to know more about the Chamber and connect with other interns in the program.
  • Resume Workshop – Learn how to craft a standout resume and cover letter for your career next steps.
  • Executive Speaker Series – Learn from senior leaders at the Chamber about their career journey and how their teams impact the greater work at the Chamber.
  • Networking Events – Connect with managers and senior leadership from across the Chamber as they share tips and tricks learned throughout their careers.
  DEPARTMENT MATCHING
  
  The Chamber offers internships across several different departments that cover multiple career fields. After you submit your resume, our Talent Acquisition team will review it. If your skills match what we are looking for, the relevant department will reach out for an interview.
  Please review the departments below closely. In the application, please indicate your top two department preferences.
  • International
  The International Division leads the business community’s efforts to shape global policy.
  These regions host interns:
  Turkey and Middle East
  Americas
  Europe
  Asia
  • Strategic Advocacy
  The Strategic Advocacy Division is responsible for managing the Chamber’s policy priorities and creating data-driven resources to bolster policy initiatives. Strategic Advocacy interns will contribute to our workforce data centers, engage with ongoing policy priority projects, and support additional assignments.
  • Communications
  The Communications Division positions and promotes the Chamber, and its policy priorities, agenda, and brand to our various constituencies. We have multiple internships within our Communications teams, with tasks related to social media, internal communications, and drafting and editing press releases.
  • Member Relations and Corporate Research
  The Member Relations team serves as a bridge between the organization and its members, both current and prospective, leading member engagement and growth across all Chamber programs.
  • Executive Office
  The Executive Office is Command Central for the U.S. Chamber’s activities, and the team strategically supports the CEO, other top executives, and the board of directors.
  • Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships
  The Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships division manages relationships with state and local chambers of commerce, trade associations, and small businesses and has a membership presence in every state across the country.
  • Economic Policy
  The Economic and Tax Policy Division focuses its work on advancing policies that create jobs and foster economic growth. Our division is committed to pro-growth tax policies that preserve America's global competitiveness and is opposed to tax increases that reduce businesses' ability to grow, invest, and create jobs.
  • Events
  The Chamber is the nation’s premiere voice for business, and its Events team amplifies this voice to reach key stakeholders in Washington, D.C., across the country, and around the world. Live convenings range from intimate salon dinners to multiday executive retreats to industry thought leadership tentpole events. Throughout the year, we execute 2,500+ meetings and events gathering 65K+ business and policy leaders.
  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until Friday, July 18. Interviews will be conducted in July & August.
  This internship requires U.S. work authorization and is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and/or Optional Practical Training (OPT).
  
  We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

• About the company

  Politically, the Chamber usually supports Republican political candidates, though it has occasionally supported conservative Democrats.

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