Checkmate Strategies offers internships to students in mass communications and political science. Interns gain practical knowledge of the legislative process under the guidance of an experienced government relations professional.  This experience is valuable on a resume when seeking a graduate scholarship or employment.

Our interns learn:

•  The nuts and bolts of the political process for legislation

• Effective strategies to execute public relations campaigns

• Practical applications of social media in public policy efforts

• Development of public testimony and position statement

The responsibilities of our interns:

• Attendance at committee hearings

• Compilation of reports on legislative hearings

• In-person monitoring of  Louisiana Senate and House debates

• Legislative bill and issue tracking

• Assisting public policy statements

• Helping with events

To complete this internship requires a minimum of 10 hours per week per semester.

Contact us by text or telephone at:  225.933.5435 or email: cindy.bishop@checkmate-strategies.com