Michael Best Strategies (“Strategies”) is seeking an Intern for its Madison, Wisconsin office for the Fall 2026 through Summer 2027 term. This internship provides hands-on exposure to how government policy affects businesses, industries, and organizations. The Intern will learn how public policy, legislative and executive branch activity, and stakeholder engagement influence business strategy and client advocacy. Working closely with Strategies professionals, the Intern will support research, policy tracking, client service, scheduling, events, communications, and business development initiatives while representing Michael Best Strategies professionally with clients, public officials, stakeholders, and members of the policy community.
The application deadline for this internship is July 24, 2026.
Responsibilities & Duties:
• Partner with Strategies professionals to prepare research, reports, and competitive landscape analysis for existing and prospective clients.
• Coordinate professional schedules for Wisconsin team leads, including internal and external meetings, conference calls, and meetings with legislative, administrative, client, and stakeholder contacts.
• Monitor news, public policy developments, and issues impacting clients and prospective clients.
• Conduct public policy research and analysis.
• Assist in identifying potential business development opportunities.
• Track and analyze legislation and other government activity relevant to client priorities.
• Attend hearings, briefings, and public meetings related to client or organizational interests as needed.
• Compile, organize, and distribute documents, reports, memoranda, and other materials.
• Support outreach and promotional efforts, including appropriate use of social media tools.
• Event Planning and Client Relations:
• Assist with planning and execution of internal meetings and external events for Michael Best Strategies.
• Serve as a professional representative of the team in relationship-building and brand messaging efforts that strengthen the firm’s network and client base.
• Interact professionally with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with special projects and general office duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
• Ability to work between 20-30 hours per week.
• Demonstrated academic achievement, including a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Preferred majors include government, political science, public policy, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word; PowerPoint experience is beneficial but not required.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to inform and educate through written, oral, and visual media.
• Strong research skills and familiarity with social media tools.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and collaborative, with sound problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills and interest in public speaking and media.
• Knowledge of government and public policy, as demonstrated through completed coursework or related experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States.
Who We Are
Michael Best Strategies helps companies accelerate their success through a combination of strategic business consulting, lobbying and government relations, strategic public affairs and communications as well as procurement and defense. We help companies advance their business objectives by connecting them with influential allies, including Government Officials, Industry Leaders and Innovators, Consumer Segments, Media, and Communities and Stakeholders. The firm has thrived by providing each client a diverse team of professionals with the experience, skills and relationships necessary to help them achieve their goals more quickly and fully.
The Location
We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln); and Washington DC. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration; supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position is based in our Madison, WI office.
To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.
Recruitment Agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP and Michael Best Strategies LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
