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External & Legislative Affairs Undergraduate Internships - State Policy & Community Affairs - Dallas, TX

Dallas, Texas

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Job Description:

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

At AT&T, you’ll be empowered to create real change in an ever-expanding, connected world. As part of our corporate team, your impact will be felt no matter how your work translates to our core goal of serving customers and transforming lives. We’re fueled by a passion to provide innovative solutions and driven to connect the world in meaningful ways.

The External & Legislative Affairs - State Policy and Community Affairs undergraduate internship is designed for highly qualified students who have an interest in future leadership possibilities. As part of this 10-12 week summer internship, you’ll be immersed in practical experience with industry leaders by way of the following opportunities:
•    Collaboration with a variety of AT&T departments, including Community Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Sales, Network, Corporate Responsibility and more
•    Education pertaining to interconnections and interdependencies between external
affairs and community outreach
•    Participation in professional development workshops
•    Engagement with members of AT&T leadership teams 
•    Attendance at high-profile community and civic event

What does it take to join our team?
•    Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program with a preferred academic concentration in Political Science, Public Policy, Business, Management, Finance, Economics, Pre-Law, or other relevant degree; strong GPA valued 
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams etc.)
•    Ability to prepare presentations and correspondence for internal and external audiences
•    Motivated with strong self-learning skills
•    Curious spirit and interest in learning key business processes
•    Passion for political science, community/social impact and/or business law
•    Capacity to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, fluid environment
•    Aptitude to respond to moderate ambiguity and complexity

This job assignment location is in Dallas, TX or Atlanta, GA. This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. 

Our External & Legislative Affairs Undergraduate Internships – State Policy & Community Affairs earn $62,400 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: 
•    Medical/dental/vision coverage 
•    401(k) plan 
•    Paid time off and holidays (with up to 4 days of paid time off during internship and company-designated holidays) 
•    Disability benefits (short term and long term) 
•    Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) 
•    Extensive employee wellness 
•    Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal 
•    A paid community day and can participate in company-sponsored volunteering events

A career with AT&T comes with big rewards. As part of our global team, you’ll join other trailblazing industry leaders, passionate about improving lives and sharing the stories and experiences that matter. You’ll be inspired to make a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or by joining one of our employee groups. And no matter where you are in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact you can make in the lives of millions. 

Ready to be the future? It starts with you. Apply today!   

AT&T will not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind for this position.  

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state, and local laws.

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$53,900.00 - $80,900.00

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

Job ID R-93425 Date posted 12/23/2025
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  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical and dental plans
  • Discounts
  • Training & Development

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