State Policy & Legislative Session Intern- Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs
• 3 Month Term- Start 1/12/2026
• $13.00 p/h
• 12-15 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:
Work alongside the Commission’s policy team to support research, legislative tracking, and community engagement related to statewide policy issues
Conduct legislative and policy research on bills, resolutions, and agency initiatives
Track state legislation related to education, workforce, health, and community affairs
Draft policy briefs, bill summaries, fact sheets, and talking points for staff
Attend legislative hearings, committee meetings, and stakeholder briefings
Assist in preparing reports and updates for Commission leadership and partners
Support communications related to office, legislative, or policy matters
Perform administrative and other related duties as assigned

Learning Opportunities:
Direct exposure to the state’s legislative process, agency collaboration, and public policy development.
Gain firsthand experience in Idaho’s legislative process
Attend legislative committee hearings and state policy briefings
Network with state officials, policymakers, and community leaders
Develop skills in policy research, legislative tracking, and government communication
Receive mentorship and guidance from Commission staff

Qualifications:
Required:
Current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in political science, public policy, public administration, law, or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Research and analytical abilities with attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and online research tools
Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality
Preferred:
Knowledge of Idaho’s legislative process or interest in state government
Experience with policy writing, government relations, or communications
Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are a plus

Application Requirements:
Complete the online application at https://personnelplusinc.com/
A cover letter describing interest in state policy and legislative work
A resume outlining relevant coursework or experience
One short writing sample (policy memo, academic paper, or report)
3 references (academic or professional)

State Policy Intern- Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs

Personnel Plus, Inc. - Boise