Summer 2026 Washington Operations Intern at AeroVironment

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field
Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA in current degree program
Strong interest in government relations, public policy, and advocacy
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) is required
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant); required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Occasional travel may be required within the Continental U.S
Qualify as a “U.S. person” under ITAR and EAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual); some positions require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements

Responsibilities

Support the Legislative Affairs team with content creation, knowledge management, briefing materials, and engagement tracking
Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory activities, including congressional hearings and meetings
Assist with planning and preparation for executive engagements in the Washington, DC area
Assist with planning and preparation for visits by Members of Congress and staff to AV facilities
Help coordinate the execution of the AV Political Action Committee
Support AV’s legislative affairs strategy to facilitate strategic business growth initiatives, including engagement strategy with Members of Congress, Committees, and other stakeholders to increase support for AV customer programs
Compile daily analyses of political news, legislative and regulatory activities, and updates on defense authorization and appropriations
Assist the Legislative Affairs Manager with all congressional activities, helping AV educate and advocate within the federal resource allocation process
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointResearchWritingAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLegislative AnalysisGovernment RelationsPublic Policy

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this internship remote or on-site?

This is an on-site role based in Arlington, VA.

What are the basic qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, have strong interest in government relations, public policy, and advocacy, excellent research, writing, analytical skills with attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What is the compensation for this internship?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the physical demands of this role?

The role requires the ability to work in an office environment constantly, and to sit and stand for long periods, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard frequently.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates will have previous internship experience including interactions with business managers and customers, as well as familiarity with legislative processes and government organization.

AeroVironment

Develops autonomous robotic systems for defense

About AeroVironment

AeroVironment develops and sells autonomous robotic systems that can perform various missions without human intervention. These systems are designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risks to personnel, and provide valuable data to users. The company primarily serves government agencies, defense organizations, and commercial clients, focusing on the defense and aerospace sectors. AeroVironment stands out from its competitors by emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility in its business practices, which not only helps the environment but also builds loyalty among employees and customers. The company's goal is to lead the market in intelligent robotic systems while promoting sustainable practices and creating new business opportunities.

Monrovia, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1971Year Founded

$20.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

501-1,000Employees