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Public Policy Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Research & Development
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, have a GPA of 3.20+, strong communication and analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • You will synthesize data for publications, monitor legislation, identify data collection opportunities, attend briefings, participate in meetings, and assist with various projects.

Requirements

  • Working toward a bachelor’s or advanced degree, preferably in public policy, finance, business or related discipline, but not required, and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience
  • A real estate background and an understanding of tax legislation, policy and rules a plus
  • GPA of 3.20 or higher
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Display strong analytical skills, including the ability to gather information, conduct analyses and present findings
  • Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through
  • Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word & Excel) and report writing tools

Responsibilities

  • Synthesize data sources into topics suitable for various firm publications, most notably, the firm's Notes from Novogradac blog posts published online; suggest additional uses for findings
  • Monitor, research, analyze and interpret federal and state legislation, policy proposals and literature; identify trends; inform appropriate parties
  • Identify opportunities to collect data from designated state agencies, relevant federal agencies and other sources relevant to the firm’s goals and stakeholders
  • Attend and report on relevant briefings and hearings
  • Participate in policy and advocacy meetings and calls
  • Review and edit documents with special attention to detail
  • Assist with other duties, projects or manager requests as assigned

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Public Policy Intern?

The primary responsibility of the Public Policy Intern is to perform research and analysis for the Public Policy Department, particularly in analyzing and tracking legislation, regulations, guidance, and other community development-related policies.

Is prior accounting experience required for this internship?

No, prospective interns are not required to have any prior accounting experience or knowledge.

What topics will the intern mainly focus on during their research?

The intern will primarily focus on federal tax policy, including affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, and renewable energy tax credits.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

The minimum GPA requirement for applicants is 3.20 or higher.

What skills are preferred for this position?

Preferred skills include excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, and experience writing policy briefs.

What type of work arrangements are available for this position?

The internship may support remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs.

What is the pay range for the Public Policy Intern position?

The pay range for the Public Policy Intern position is $20-$25 per hour.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

Applicants are preferably working toward a bachelor’s or advanced degree in public policy, finance, business, or a related discipline, but relevant education and work experience will also be considered.

Will the intern be responsible for drafting blog posts?

Yes, the intern will eventually be responsible for drafting blog posts based on the research and data they gather.

Is this position open to individuals from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, Novogradac & Company LLP values diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for all employees.

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Novogradac is among the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms with more than 25 offices nationwide. The firm is a nationally recognized leader in real estate and community development, and is one of the fastest growing accounting firms in the nation. Our clients represent a range of industries with a major emphasis in the real estate sector. We provide publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services, and we work extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, opportunity zones and renewable energy fields. Novogradac has earned the Great Place to Work certification and is recognized on two MOVE Project lists: Best Firms for Equity Leadership and Best CPA Firms for Women. Novogradac is also a two-time recipient of the Handshake Early Talent Award. Novogradac offers opportunities to explore a variety of areas within the accounting, valuation and consulting fields while developing expertise in the fast-growing real estate industry. To see current job openings, visit our career page here: https://www.novoco.com/careers. We provide first-class service to our clients while supporting the work-life balance needs of our staff. Many Novogradac professionals thrive with flexible schedules and hybrid or remote work arrangements. Novogradac sponsors national affordable housing, renewable energy and community development conferences with hundreds of the industry's leading experts and participants. Because of their industry expertise, our partners are frequently invited to speak at seminars and conferences throughout the country.