Part-Time, Paid Development & Production Intern

The Alliance for Health Policy is seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Development & Production Intern to support the planning and execution of our in‑person and virtual educational events and support our development and community engagement efforts. This internship pays $18/hour and provides hands‑on experience in event logistics, production workflows, audience engagement, and nonprofit program operations.

The intern will work closely with the Events & Production Coordinator and the broader development and production team to help deliver high‑quality convenings for policymakers, experts, and stakeholders. This role is ideal for a student or early‑career professional interested in event management, health policy engagement, communications, or technical event production.

This hybrid role requires the intern to be in the Washington, D.C. office two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with a remote work option on other days. Interns are expected to work a regular schedule with approximately 20 hours per week, plus additional hours to support events as applicable. Some early mornings or evenings may be required to support events. 

This is a part-time, temporary position beginning in May 2026. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by April 19, 2026. 

This position reports to the Events & Production Coordinator. 

Key Responsibilities

Event Production & Logistics Support

• Assist with preparation and setup for virtual and in‑person events, including webinars, briefings, and panel discussions.
• Support the drafting of logistics materials such as run‑of‑show documents, prep memos, slide decks, and on‑site checklists.
• Help coordinate speaker logistics, including scheduling prep calls, gathering materials, and confirming event details.
• Provide on‑the‑ground or virtual support during live events—including registration check‑in, AV assistance, timekeeping, and audience engagement tasks.
• Help update and maintain project management boards (e.g., Monday.com) and event tracking documents.

Recruitment & Outreach Assistance

• Assist with compiling invitation lists for panelists, experts, and audience members.
• Help send and track event invitations and RSVPs.
• Support the preparation and distribution of post‑event thank‑you messages and audience follow‑up.

Project Reporting & Evaluation

• Help compile event metrics such as attendance counts, audience quotes, poll results, and survey feedback.
• Contribute to post‑event reporting summaries for internal use and funder documentation.
• Assist with maintaining event calendars, timelines, and internal communications channels.

Production & Content Support

• Support development of on‑site materials, including name badges, agenda sheets, signage, and digital assets.
• Aid with troubleshooting basic technical issues on virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom or GoToWebinar) under staff supervision.
• Conduct light research related to event topics, audiences, or logistics as needed.

Donor & Community Experience Support

• Support the Coordinator, Donor & Community Experience in stewarding key donors, sponsors, and community partners throughout their engagement with Alliance programs.
• Assist with preparing tailored materials for donor‑supported events, including briefing packets, recognition elements, and follow‑up communications.
• Help track donor and sponsor participation across programs to ensure a consistent, high‑quality experience.
• Support onsite or virtual touchpoints with donors and sponsors during events, helping ensure seamless logistics and positive engagement.
• Assist in maintaining records, notes, and outreach data related to donor and community interactions to support coordinated relationship management.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree. Communications, Political Science, Event Management, Public Relations, Public Policy, or a related field preferred.
• Strong interest in developing skills related to event production, community management, and program operations, particularly within Washington’s policy and stakeholder landscape.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Creative problem‑solving abilities and adaptability in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, high‑performing team.
• Professional presence, high reliability, and sound judgment.
• Understanding of professional norms related to interacting with high‑status executives, policy leaders, and Alliance community members.
• Willingness to occasionally work early mornings or evenings in support of events.

Learning Opportunities

During this internship, the Development & Production Intern will:

• Gain exposure to the health policy landscape and a wide range of subject‑matter experts.
• Build skills in event production, content preparation, and professional communication.
• Develop hands‑on experience with nonprofit programming workflows and event logistics.
• Strengthen technical competencies related to virtual event platforms and audiovisual coordination.
• Learn how donor stewardship and community engagement strategies support sustainable nonprofit programming.

Compensation

This internship pays $18/hour. Temporary positions at the Alliance include the following benefits:

• Pre-tax transit benefit of up to $100/month
• Paid sick leave

About the Alliance

The Alliance for Health Policy is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping policymakers and the public better understand health policy, the root of the nation’s health care issues, and the trade-offs posed by various proposals for change. We educate congressional and executive agency staff on health policy issues, engage the health care community and stakeholders in solutions-focused dialogues, and convene public webinars on a range of health policy topics and emerging health issues. As a bipartisan convener, the Alliance does not lobby or endorse specific policy solutions.