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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Public Affairs Undergraduate Intern

Seattle, WA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $27.89/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

NEOGOV is seeking a Public Affairs Undergraduate Intern for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The intern will contribute to communications and legislative affairs operations, assisting with projects such as legislative research and media tracking.

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Responsibilities

Assisting with media tracking, including regularly identifying, compiling and analyzing news articles relevant to the work of the office

Research and identify public affairs opportunities and challenges

Assist with bill tracking, list management, watching/analyzing committee hearings and other tasks related to the legislative process

Help with reports related to key areas of the office’s work. Produce content that may be used for the KCPAO blog and other office communication, following reviews from KCPAO staff

Qualification

Public RelationsLegislative ResearchCommunicationsMicrosoft OfficeSocial Media ExperienceAnalytical SkillsCultural CompetenceTeamworkConfidentialityInitiative

Required

Currently enrolled Bachelors/Associates level studies at an accredited university/college through Fall quarter of 2026

Proof of enrollment status is required upon hire

Interns must commit to working for at least six months

Completed coursework in communications, public relations, marketing political science, public policy or related courses or equivalent personal project experience

Basic familiarity with the concepts of criminal justice

Competence in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook and Word

Experience with Facebook, Instagram, X, Bluesky, and/or TikTok

Ability to Accept Feedback and Supervision: Demonstrates a high degree of willingness to learn and accept direction

Strong Analytical and Communication Skills: Ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly

Teamwork and Initiative: Ability to work independently and as a team member, using initiative and attention to detail to see projects and assignments through to completion

Confidentiality and Professionalism: Ability to maintain security, confidentiality, and discretion involving highly critical matters at all times

Commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice work, including ongoing cultural competence development

Demonstrate timely, reliable, and predictable attendance