Intern, Public Affairs & Lobbying

Responsibilities:

The following are specific duties performed on a daily basis:

• Provide general research and intelligence to the office (eg. monitoring media, institutional developments, policy and legislative updates)
• Develop understanding of different client/ industry issues through research and monitoring across a wide range of relevant issues
• Draft client materials (eg. monitoring, policy and stakeholder mappings, etc.)
• Actively support new business opportunities by contributing to brainstorms, conducting research, compiling bios and preparing decks
• Support event coordination and logistics organization
• Any other task deemed reasonable

Qualifications & Desired Skills:

• Degree and/or post-graduate degree in International Relations, Political Science or equivalent (ideally you are already graduated or very close to your graduation)
• Language skills: proficiency in Italian and English. Additional languages are highly valued.
• Prior experience working in the European institutions, in-house, consultancy or within a trade association is a plus
• Knowledge and interest in public affairs, politics and communication
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication & writing skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines

Location: Piazza dei Caprettari 70, 00186. Roma

The monthly allowance provided for the internship is €800.

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. 

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. 

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.