KIP Spring 2027 - State Policies Intern - Marijuana Policy Project Foundation

Location: Washington, DC Department: Koch Internship Program Employment Type: ST Fellowships - Remote Location Type: Remote

The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience at non-profits tackling some of our nation's most pressing policy challenges all over the United States. Early-career professionals including undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Eligible candidates will be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program. Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to begin the admissions process early!

Marijuana Policy Project Foundation is looking for an assistant for State Policies who is self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a small remote group setting. The intern for State Policies will contribute to MPPF’s mission of reforming cannabis laws and educating cannabis regulators, consumers, and state legislators. Under the supervision of the Director of State Policies, the intern’s primary functions will include research and writing related to cannabis policy, and monitoring legislation. This position requires real-time outreach and research with limited oversight. The intern must be extremely detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills.

This role is full-time and remote.

Responsibilities

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