Institute of Politics

Overview of Organization: Federal Hall Policy Advisors, LLC is a bipartisan, bicameral, policy-driven government affairs firm that advocates on behalf of the nation’s leading businesses and associations - with an emphasis on the banking, insurance, capital market, and housing sectors. For more information, please visit our website at www.FedHall.com.

Internship Description: Federal Hall Policy Advisors, LLC (“FedHall”) is seeking an intern to join our team for the summer of 2025. Our government affairs internship provides students with hands-on learning experiences with the nation’s lawmakers and an inside look at government relations strategies. Our goal is to ensure our interns are prepared to succeed in entry-level policy positions on or off the Hill by providing them with opportunities to learn the basics of public policy advocacy including direct advocacy, strategic planning, coalition building, and navigating the federal regulatory environment. FedHall’s internship program prioritizes policy analysis, writing skills, efficient communications, attention to detail, and research. As a government affairs firm, FedHall’s work stream varies greatly with Congress’s schedule. An intern should expect to put in additional hours on weeks Congress is in session and have fewer assignments when Congress is out of session.

Responsibilities:

• Public policy research
• Congressional hearing coverage
• Memo drafting
• News coverage
• Administrative office responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Acute attention to detail
• High degree of professionalism
• Familiarity with U.S. Senators, Members of Congress, and knowledge of Capitol Hill
• Familiarity with financial services industry

About the Supervisor: Arushi Bansal joined the team at FedHall after receiving dual degrees in economics and political science from the University of Chicago. Prior to joining FedHall, Ms. Bansal gained experience in both local and federal government through policy internships in the Office of Network Support at Chicago Public Schools, the office of Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and the White House Liaison Office at the Department of Labor. She also led programming and fundraising campaigns at the nonprofits She Should Run and Debate It Forward. While at the University of Chicago, Ms. Bansal served as President of the Paul Douglas Institute, a student-run public policy think tank that collaborates with local nonprofits and government agencies to conduct social impact research. She was also the Chair of the Student Advisory Board for the university’s Institute of Politics (IOP). She is originally from San Jose, California

Location and Modality: In-person Monday through Thursday, and work from home Fridays

Start and End Date: Summer internships will take place during the period of June 10 - September 27 with specific dates to be determined by the employer partner and intern during the interview process.