External & Legislative Affairs Graduate Internships - Federal Regulatory & Public Policy
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
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, we create connections that change the world. We’re fueled by a passion to provide innovative solutions and driven to connect the world in meaningful ways. Here’s your opportunity to combine your passion for technology and connecting the world through top-of-the line communications to transform our company and your career.
As a member of the External & Legislative Affairs department, you’ll work at the intersection of public policy and regulatory conversations. You’ll gain experience with global public policy, federal and state regulatory affairs and community outreach while learning the extent of their interconnections and interdependencies. This opportunity will give you practical work experience, add to your educational exposure, and prepare you for your future career. This internship is designed for graduate and/or law students who have an interest in telecommunications law, privacy, policy, and regulation.
Your work assignments will allow you to participate in impactful projects across our organization relative to a wide range of public policy issues, including consumer protection, privacy, and cybersecurity issues. You’ll collaborate with a variety of departments, including Global Public Policy, State and Federal Regulatory, Public Affairs and Corporate Social Responsibility while working with client partners across AT&T’s business.
Throughout this 10-12 week summer internship, you’ll conduct legal research, draft presentations, and write correspondence for federal regulatory proceedings. You’ll also prepare summaries of government hearings and attend meetings and telecommunications seminars for the Global Public Policy, Federal Relations and Federal Regulatory organizations.
What does it take to join our team?
• Current enrollment in a Juris Doctorate degree program and anticipate graduating between December 2026 and December 2028 and/or enrolled in a graduate degree program related to public policy
• Proficient in legal research and writing
• Knowledge of technology/telecommunications regulatory issues
• Excellent communications skills, with the ability to draft presentations and correspondence for internal and external audiences
This job assignment location is in Washington D.C. 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 Graduate Internships – Federal Regulatory & Public Policy earn $104,000 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
Ready to be the future? It starts with you. Apply today!
AT&T will not sponsor applicants for work visas 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:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Washington, District of ColumbiaSalary Range:
$79,200.00 - $118,800.00It 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-93430 Date posted 12/23/2025
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