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Government Relations Intern (Arlington, VA)

Arlington, Virginia

Job ID 9181
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Thrive in your career journey while creating a safer, more secure world. At L3Harris, you’ll get to solve tough problems, work in an environment where every voice is heard and enjoy best-in-class benefits.

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I completed two summer internships at L3Harris before transitioning to a full-time role. I was able to learn firsthand about the engineering process, the quality of products produced, the helpfulness of my co-workers, how the company operates and the potential to expand my career.

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: Government Relations Intern

Job Location: Arlington, VA

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Government Relations (GR) intern to provide support on key projects during the Summer 2024. The selected candidate will become familiar with the aerospace and defense industry, as well as the L3Harris Government Relations team’s role in shaping congressional, executive branch, and thought leadership priorities and policy. The intern will have opportunities to learn more about policy, budgets, and regulations that impact domestic operations and our foreign customers. Preference will be given to candidates able to work full time; however those able to commit to 3 or more full days per week should still apply. This is an in-person role in Rosslyn, VA and candidates must be located in the greater Washington, DC area.

Job Description:

  • Summarize relevant congressional hearings, executive branch reports, think tank webinars, and defense-industry events
  • Research and track legislation from key congressional committees, including the Appropriations, Armed Services, Science, and Foreign Relations committees
  • Draft preparatory materials for company executives, including biographies, agendas, and talking points documents
  • Develop valuable skills, network, and gain exposure to Capitol Hill, the Department of Defense (DoD), the State Department (DoS), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), as well as government affairs, Political Action Committees (PACs), regulation, and legislation supporting the national security domain
  • Support Government Relations team initiatives, events, and other activities and assignments as needed

Qualifications:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master's Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, National Security, or related field
  • GPA of 3.0 or greater

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong analytical, writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Interest in international cooperation, defense, aerospace, national security, government, and legislative affairs
  • Experience working in a Congressional or Executive Branch office

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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