Applying for an internship

Eligibility: All undergraduate, master’s level, Ph.D., and J.D. students are eligible to apply. People are also eligible if they are a veteran or a recent college graduate within six months of graduation.

All summer interns work full time and for a minimum of eight weeks, although 10 weeks is preferred. During the fall and spring, part-time students are accepted, but interns must be able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week. International students must be able to provide documentation that shows they are allowed to work in the United States.

American Progress interns are paid at the D.C. minimum wage rate. As of January 2019, that rate is $13.25 per hour. Effective July 1, 2019, the rate will increase to $14 per hour. Effective July 1, 2020, the D.C. minimum wage will rise to $15 per hour. American Progress also offers interns metro benefits.

Application process: In order to be considered for an internship with American Progress, please combine the following items into a single .doc or .pdf file; follow the appropriate application link below; upload the single file; and complete the online application. Required materials include:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Writing sample of approximately three pages

Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of the organization will be considered applicants and receive responses from American Progress.

Applications for fall internships are due by July 1, 2019. 

Duration:             

Summer 2019: May 28–August 2

Fall 2019: September 16–December 6

Spring 2020: January through May

No phone calls, please.