Government Relations Internship

MNA Government Relations represents a myriad of clients, including businesses and corporations; trade associations and nonprofits, in state legislative and regulatory work in Tennessee. Our firm assists each client in developing a comprehensive strategy to effectively represent its interests and priorities within the Tennessee state government.

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with strong writing skills to be part of a fast-paced environment. We will provide you with opportunities to attend daily legislative sessions at the state capitol and observe and interact with members of the state legislature and their staff.

Please note,
this is not a typical 9-5 job with a set schedule. Legislative sessions and committee meetings can be lengthy and scheduling is erratic refore, the ability to work long, irregular hours from January 1st until May 31st is mandatory.

This is a paid internship. Interns are paid bi-weekly.

• Attend in-person legislative sessions and committee meetings and provide written and verbal reports daily
• Create a weekly newsletter
• Schedule legislative appointments with House and Senate members either in person, by phone or by email
• Assist with Day on the Hill preparations and appointments
• Provide occasional support with administrative tasks

• Gain an understanding of the state legislature and regulatory process
• Develop research and writing skills
• Strengthen communication skills

• Interest in lobbying, government or law
• Strong writing, research, critical thinking and multi-tasking skills
• Flexibility, strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Rising Junior, Senior, or recent graduate from an accredited university

This is a full-time, temporary internship, that begins in January 2027 and ends in May 2027.