Legislative Intern; Temporary​/Non-Classified

Position Summary

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) seeks a temporary Legislative Intern to assist our Director of Strategy and Public Policy during the 84th Session of the Nevada Legislature from January through June 2027. This position will assist with tracking legislation through the legislative process, including version control and the tracking of amendments and exhibits, schedule meetings with legislators and other stakeholders, view and take notes during committee hearings and other meetings, assist with the coordination of legislative efforts agency wide and other duties as assigned.

This position will be temporary, non-classified, non-exempt and working less than 20 hours a week. There are no benefits, accrued leave or retirement options with this temporary position.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education.

• Prior experience in legislative or government affairs is beneficial.

• Support all of GOED’s policy efforts throughout the 2027 Nevada Legislative Session.
• Gain tangible, hands on, experience of the legislative process.
• Track legislation and budget items relevant to economic and community development, workforce development, and innovation.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings with policy makers and stakeholders.
• Attend meetings and report on the activities of legislative committees and working groups.
• Work with GOED departments to keep them informed and gather relevant information.
• Support other strategic initiatives.

• Must provide own transportation to work in GOED’s Carson City office and to the Nevada Legislature when needed.
• Required to wear appropriate professional attire.
• Positive attitude.
• Organized.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.