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Government Relations Intern (Summer - 10 Weeks)

Hanwha Defense USA
2 days ago
Internship
On-site
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$0 - $18 USD hourly

Summer Government Relations Intern (10‑Week Program)
Location: Rosslyn, VA (Full-Time, In-Person)
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Start Date: June 1st 2026

About Hanwha Defense USA
 Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) is a leading U.S. defense manufacturer operating at the forefront of Land Systems manufacturing, Shipbuilding, and missiles/munitions production, supporting U.S. defense priorities through innovation and ground-breaking technology. We work closely with government partners, industry leaders, and international stakeholders to build strategic solutions for today’s evolving security environment.

Our Government Relations team works directly with the U.S. Congress, Department of Defense, and interagency stakeholders to advance HDUSA’s policy and legislative priorities across all business lines.

Program Overview
 HDUSA is seeking motivated and high-performing undergraduates for a 10‑week paid Summer Government Relations Internship. This program provides hands-on exposure to the defense industry, U.S. government engagement, and policy analysis, while giving interns the opportunity to interact with internal senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Interns will join the Government Relations (GR) team and contribute to the day‑to‑day work supporting our federal engagement strategies and defense sector initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and track relevant legislation, NDAA provisions, appropriations developments, and agency activities affecting HDUSA’s land systems, shipbuilding, missiles, and munitions business lines.
  • Draft policy briefs, issue summaries, congressional correspondence, and internal reports to support GR and BD priorities.
  • Support preparation for Hill meetings, agency engagements, and industry events; provide readouts and follow-up materials.
  • Assist with internal coordination across GR, business development, and Senior Leadership.
  • Develop and present a capstone project to senior company leadership at the conclusion of the program.

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program and maintaining a minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Strong written, analytical, and research skills.
  • Ability to track and synthesize fast-moving legislative and policy developments.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Although all majors will be considered, pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Defense Studies, Public Affairs, or Public Relations is preferred.
  • An interest in U.S. defense policy, government affairs, or national security. 
     

Eligibility:

  • To comply with U.S. Government defense technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or otherwise eligible to access export-controlled technical data.


Hanwha Defense USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.