Part-Time: 10-15 hours per week. The duration of the internship can be adjusted to accommodate academic calendars.
Based in Washington, DC. (hybrid; at least one day in office, with occasional Hill work required)
ABOUT RAZOM
Razom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, is dedicated to upholding the Revolution of Dignity (Maidan) principles and actively contributing to establishing a secure, prosperous, and democratic Ukraine. We achieve this by creating, inspiring, and collaborating on initiatives that motivate people to think, partner and do. Razom Advocacy, a Razom program, is dedicated to advancing U.S. legislation and policy for Ukrainian victory and to nurturing community engagement across the United States.
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
Razom Advocacy’s Government Affairs team is seeking a motivated Fall 2025 intern to support ongoing federal advocacy efforts in Washington, DC. This placement will focus on organizational development, donor engagement, and Hill outreach. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn about nonprofit advocacy, U.S. politics, and fundraising.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Government Affairs Intern will:
● Assist with the launch of new advocacy initiatives, including helping draft and design materials.
● Track and support donor engagement, including database updates, event planning, and fundraising tasks.
● Provide administrative support for C3/C4 organizational needs.
● Go to Capitol Hill as needed to distribute materials and attend hearings or briefings.
● Monitor and track relevant hearings, briefings, and reports of interest to the team.
● Provide logistical and creative support for events and advocacy activities.
● Assist with graphic design needs (flyers, one-pagers, digital assets, etc.).
REPORTS TO
Government Affairs Director
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Interest in U.S. politics, nonprofit advocacy, and/or fundraising.
● Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe, or similar) are highly preferred.
● Must be based in Washington, DC, with the ability to work from Razom’s office at least one day per week (flexible on the day and hours) and attend events or meetings on Capitol Hill.
● Interns will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit advocacy operations, including:
● Exposure to how C3 and C4 organizations operate in practice.
● Introduction to political fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
● Firsthand experience in congressional advocacy, including attending hearings and Hill events.
● Mentorship and training from seasoned government affairs professionals.
SALARY RANGE
$18/Hourly
Please use the form to submit your application here. The deadline for applications is September 30, 2025.
Razom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. Razom is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.
