Intern

Job Description:

Michael Best Strategies ("Strategies") is seeking an Intern in our Waukesha, WI office for the summer of 2026. Interns will have the opportunity to broaden their understanding of how government policy impacts business. The Intern will learn about the relationship between business and government and the importance of a business' representation before the legislative and executive branches of the government. Working in tandem with our strategists, the Intern will represent Michael Best Strategies to the public, the policy community, clients, and potential clients.

The application deadline for this internship is May 15, 2026.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Updating and refreshing Market Analysis research and presentations
• Assisting with elements of a sales sprint
• Supporting the implementation of the new proposal process
• Organizing and building out a library of client contact information
• Conducting an Engagement Letter audit
• Review, update, and analyze social media channels
• Assist with tasks related to event coordination
• Assist with special projects and general office duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Bring your Best:

• Ability to work 10-15 hours a week
• Demonstrated academic competence (3.3 GPA or higher)
• Preferred majors include: Business, marketing or communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word. Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, and Outlook, is beneficial, but not necessary
• Demonstrated, first-rate communication skills and the ability to inform and educate via written, oral and visual media
• Social media and research skills are a must
• Innovative and driven self-starter with problem solving ability who works well with others
• Outstanding verbal communication

Who We Are

Michael Best Strategies helps companies accelerate their success through a combination of strategic business consulting, lobbying and government relations, strategic public affairs and communications as well as procurement and defense. We help companies advance their business objectives by connecting them with influential allies, including Government Officials, Industry Leaders and Innovators, Consumer Segments, Media, and Communities and Stakeholders. The firm has thrived by providing each client a diverse team of professionals with the experience, skills and relationships necessary to help them achieve their goals more quickly and fully.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); and Washington, D.C. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration; supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position will be based in our Waukesha office.

If you’re passionate, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to real-world projects, we encourage you to submit an application via our online portal.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP and Michael Best Strategies LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.