The Capitol Strategies Group, LLC internship program provides a unique opportunity for selected candidates to gain unique experience at the Connecticut State Capitol and in Connecticut government and politics. Our internship program offers first-hand exposure to the people and processes of the Connecticut State Legislature and all levels of local, state and federal government.
The Internship program is student-focused and scalable to the demands and capacity of the students – we have successfully accommodated students from all undergraduate years. Capitol Strategies Group, LLC offers internships in the Spring and Fall.
Our objective is to provide a practical, in-depth and hands-on experience to all elements of a full-service government relations firm. We seek to ensure that interns who successfully complete our program are prepared to both succeed in an entry-level policy position as well as gain a deeper academic comprehension of the institutions at all levels of government. The program emphasizes effective communications, analysis and research skills with an emphasis on active engagement in the policy making process.
Capitol Strategies Group, LLC works closely with faculty and administration at student institutions to ensure they are eligible to receive academic credit for their internship.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly to Intern Coordinator, Maureen Flaherty, by email (mflaherty@csgct.com). The email’s subject line should read: Full Name – Internship Application.
An application includes a cover letter and resume. Once all applications have been reviewed, selected candidates will be contacted for in-person and phone interviews.
| Internship Session | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring (January - early May) | December 1st |
| Fall (September - mid December) | August 7th |