<div><b style="font-size:24px;">Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. </span></div><div><br></div><div><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span style="font-size:16px;"><b> </b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, and </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Application Deadline:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Tuesday, </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">The </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Policy and Government Affairs</b><span style="font-size:12pt;"> team leads all policy work across Emerson Collective. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">As the </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Education Policy</b><span style="font-size:12pt;"> intern, you’ll work closely with the team to track policy and political reporting, identifying developments that could impact federal and state education policy. You’ll conduct research, draft materials, and prepare policy updates for internal teams, gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of education, policy, and strategy. You’ll also contribute to broader policy initiatives, helping the team develop strategies and campaigns that advance equitable, evidence-based approaches to learning. Ideal candidates bring strong research and writing skills, demonstrated interest in education and/or literacy policy, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.</span></div><br><br><h3>Role and Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Conduct independent research and analysis on early childhood literacy policy, including legislation, funding streams, and evidence-based instructional approaches.</li><li>Monitor state and federal policy developments impacting literacy and education systems. </li><li>Draft concise policy briefs, memos, and summaries that synthesize complex findings.</li><li>Identify and evaluate promising literacy initiatives and organizations. </li><li>Support the development of strategic recommendations for Emerson Collective’s education policy and programmatic priorities.</li><li>Proactively manage multiple projects from start to finish, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness without close oversight.</li><li>Collaborate with other teams across Emerson to integrate literacy insights into broader education initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate junior or senior, preferably studying education policy, literacy, or related fields.</li><li>Demonstrated interest in education policy, literacy, and social impact.</li><li>Proactive, resourceful, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. </li><li>Exceptional research and writing skills; able to translate data and policy analysis into clear, compelling insights.</li><li>Highly organized and able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Creative thinker with curiosity and adaptability when tackling new challenges.</li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:18px;"><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:16px;">Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns are paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 15 to August 7</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- Interns will also be paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12</b><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns receive a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">lunch allowance </b><span style="font-size:16px;">and a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">commuter allowance</b><span style="font-size:16px;">, and may also receive </span><b style="font-size:16px;">travel and housing allowances</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> as needed.</span><b style="font-size:16px;"> </b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 10–12:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 15:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- August 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program concludes</span></div>

<p>Emerson Collective is a social change organization that uses a broad range of tools including philanthropy, impact investing, and policy solutions to create the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Established and led by Laurene Powell Jobs, Emerson Collective is working to renew some of society&rsquo;s most calcified systems, creating new possibilities for individuals, families, and communities.</p>

Summer Intern, Policy and Government Affairs: Education Policy

<div><b>Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span><b>&nbsp;</b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span>, and </span><a href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span>.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span>June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span>June 10–12.</span></b><span> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Application Deadline:</span></b><span> Tuesday, </span><b><span>January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>The </span><b>Policy and Government Affairs</b><span> team leads all policy work across Emerson Collective.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>As the </span><b>Education Policy</b><span> intern, you’ll work closely with the team to track policy and political reporting, identifying developments that could impact federal and state education policy. You’ll conduct research, draft materials, and prepare policy updates for internal teams, gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of education, policy, and strategy. You’ll also contribute to broader policy initiatives, helping the team develop strategies and campaigns that advance equitable, evidence-based approaches to learning. Ideal candidates bring strong research and writing skills, demonstrated interest in education and/or literacy policy, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.</span></div><br><br><h3>Role and Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Conduct independent research and analysis on early childhood literacy policy, including legislation, funding streams, and evidence-based instructional approaches.</li><li>Monitor state and federal policy developments impacting literacy and education systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Draft concise policy briefs, memos, and summaries that synthesize complex findings.</li><li>Identify and evaluate promising literacy initiatives and organizations.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the development of strategic recommendations for Emerson Collective’s education policy and programmatic priorities.</li><li>Proactively manage multiple projects from start to finish, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness without close oversight.</li><li>Collaborate with other teams across Emerson to integrate literacy insights into broader education initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate junior or senior, preferably studying education policy, literacy, or related fields.</li><li>Demonstrated interest in education policy, literacy, and social impact.</li><li>Proactive, resourceful, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional research and writing skills; able to translate data and policy analysis into clear, compelling insights.</li><li>Highly organized and able to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Creative thinker with curiosity and adaptability when tackling new challenges.</li></ul><br><div><span><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>- All interns are paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b>June 15 to August 7</b><span> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span>- Interns will also be paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b>June 10–12</b><span>. </span></div><div><span>- All interns receive a </span><b>lunch allowance </b><span>and a </span><b>commuter allowance</b><span>, and may also receive </span><b>travel and housing allowances</b><span> as needed.</span><b>&nbsp;</b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span>Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span>(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span>- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span>- June 10–12:</span></b><span> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span>- June 15:</span></b><span> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span>- August 7:</span></b><span> Internship program concludes</span></div>

Summer Intern, Policy and Government Affairs: Education Policy

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