Foundation Internship, Spring 2026

Job description

We are pleased to offer an outstanding and substantive internship program for the nation’s best and brightest young leaders.


At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/about/about-the-foundation) , we harness the power of business to tackle pressing challenges facing communities today and in the future.

As an intern, you’ll contribute to innovative projects that explore emerging issues, develop practical solutions in collaboration with business leaders, and support rapid responses during times of crisis.

Our team values creativity, partnership, and high standards—and we’re committed to helping you grow professionally through meaningful learning experiences and career development opportunities.





During the internship, you will network with colleagues and senior executives while participating in educational and professional activities designed to enhance your experience.



PROGRAM OVERVIEW:



The Chamber Foundation Internship Program is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn at the world’s largest business organization.

In addition to directly supporting a team in the organization, interns have an opportunity to participate in a variety of programming that will help build professional skills and networks.





Responsibilities for interns typically include research, drafting memos, and event planning and coordination.

Specific responsibilities vary by department and semester.



The Chamber also offers robust programming each semester to support professional development and networking for interns.

These opportunities include company-wide meetings and social events, intern-exclusive discussions with senior executives such as the CEO, the Chief Policy Officer, and the President of the Foundation, as well as a resume review and interview preparation workshop.





The internship is expected to run from late January through early April 2026, with exact start and end dates to be confirmed.

This is a part-time role, and interns can anticipate working up to 20 hours per week.



Interns work a hybrid schedule and are expected to be in the office at least two days a week at our U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C. Fully remote applicants will not be considered.



This is a paid internship, and students may also receive academic credit if they meet the criteria set by their school.

The hourly rate for this position is between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour.

The rate depends on the candidate's education level.

This internship is open to current college or graduate students, as well as individuals who have graduated within the past six months.





DEPARTMENT MATCHING


The Foundation offers internships across several different departments that cover multiple career fields.

After you submit your resume, our Talent Acquisition team will review it.

If your skills match what we are looking for, the relevant department will reach out for an interview.





Please review the departments below closely.

In the application, please indicate your top two department preferences.





In addition to ranking your top two department preferences, you will also be asked whether you would prefer to work on a program-oriented team (such as Civics, Education and Workforce, Hiring Our Heroes, or Global Resilience) or a strategy and operations-focused team (such as Events, Incubator, Strategy and Operations, or Communications).

This helps us ensure your resume is shared with several Foundation teams that align with your interests and goals.






+ Civics (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/the-civic-trust)


The Civics team focuses on civics, democracy, and the nation’s free enterprise system – crucial issues shaping the environment in which businesses operate, and their ability to prosper and lift communities.






+ Education (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/early-childhood-and-k-12-education) and Workforce (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/workforce-development-and-training)


The Center for Education and Workforce is the place for business leaders to tackle the most pressing education and workforce issues facing our country.

We mobilize the business community to be more engaged partners, challenge the status quo, and move education and workforce initiatives forward to fuel economic success.






+ Global Resilience (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/disaster-response-and-resiliency)


The Global Resilience team prepares communities that are facing an increased risk of natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and public health threats.

Businesses play an integral part in addressing these threats, and we give them the tools they need to prepare, respond, and recover to support the communities where they live and work.






+ Foundation Events (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/featured-events/)


The Foundation’s Events team plans, develops, and produces a wide variety of events and programs focused on issues facing business now and in the future.






+ Incubator (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/incubator)


The Incubator addresses the challenges communities will grapple with in the future that don’t typically overlap with the challenges they face right now.

The world needs someone that’s looking around the corner to recognize, examine, and evaluate tomorrow’s solutions—today.






+ Foundation Communications & Graphic Design


The Foundation’s Communications team leads the development and implementation of communications, marketing, and PR for Foundation programs and events.

The team collaborates with the Chamber’s Creative team and agency partners to elevate our brand and design assets needed across Foundation programs and events, including print, digital, and video.






+ Foundation Strategy & Operations


Foundation Strategy and Operations interns will partner with Foundation teams to develop and operationalize long-term strategies for growth, impact, and sustainability while also gaining experience improving day-to-day operations, processes and tools.






+ Hiring Our Heroes (https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/workforce-development-and-training/hiring-our-heroes)


Hiring Our Heroes connects the military community—service members, military spouses, and veterans—with American businesses to create economic opportunity and a strong and diversified workforce.





Applications are accepted until Friday, October 31.

Interviews will be conducted in November & December.



This internship requires U.S. work authorization and is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and/or Optional Practical Training (OPT).



We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.



Job Details

Job Family Intern
Pay Type Hourly

Required Skill Profession

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