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Comcast FGA Legislative Intern

Location District of Columbia Req ID R427070 Job Type Full Time
Category Administrative Internships Date posted 01/11/2026
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Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.

Job Summary

Comcast’s Summer Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build lasting connections, and grow professionally in a dynamic and inclusive environment. This paid, 11-week immersive experience places interns at the heart of our business, working alongside talented professionals on meaningful projects that contribute to real outcomes. As a trusted member of the team, you’ll gain exposure to the inner workings of a global media and technology company while developing skills that will serve you well in any career path.

Job Description

Your experience will include:

  • Hands-On Learning & Impactful Work: Tacklereal businesschallenges, collaborate across teams, and contribute ideas that drive results from day one.

  • Community, Connection & Giving Back: Build meaningful relationships through social events, peer engagement, and shared experiences.You’ll also have the opportunity to give back through Team UP, Comcast’s volunteer initiative, deepening your connection to both your community and your fellow interns.

  • Mentorship & Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals through our dedicated mentorship program, helping you navigate your internship and beyond.

  • Professional Development:Participatein a custom onboarding experience, a curated learning series, and networking events designed to help you build new skills, explore career paths, and gain insights from professionals from across the organization.

At Comcast, we’re committed to investing in the next generation of innovators and leaders. Our Summer Internship Program is a transformative experience designed to help you grow, connect, and take the next step in your professional journey.

Organization& TeamOverview

Comcast Government Affairs is a part of Comcast,locatedin Washington, DC. We serve as the company's lobbying and advocacy arm,representingComcast before the House and Senate Congressional Members, as well as the Administration.

This group serves as the eyes and ears of the company in Washington,monitoringhow new laws and regulations mayimpactthe business and working to shape those outcomes. The intern will be part of this team.

In addition to the Lobby Team, the Washington, DC office includes the Regulatory Team, whichadvocates forthe company before theFCC—the federal agency that oversees telecommunications, including video and broadband.

Other key teams in the office include the DC Policy Team, the Communications Team, theNBCGovernment Affairs Team, and theNBCRegulatory Team. These groups collaborate closely every day to guide the company’s engagement with policymakers. They develop and execute strategies to influence policy decisions from both Congress and the Administration.

RoleDescription

The intern will work with the Federal Government Affairs team. There areninelobbyists on the team.Theintern will be partof meetingsand discussionswith the team. The team is a broad mix of former Senate and House staffers and association lobbyists.They all work well together and collaborateon a daily basis.

The intern will learn thatactionslawmakerstake in Congress affect all citizens. They will learn how a Fortune 50 company interacts with policy makers and law makers and what the Federal Government Affairs team does to influence the policy coming out of the Congress and the Administration. The intern will watch hearings, be involved in meetings with House and Senatestaffersand will be part of the strategy sessions that occur on a regular basis.

The intern willattendSenate and House meetings; the Congressional baseball game where Congressional Democrats play the Republicans;attendCongressional hearings;compileCongressional lists;andattend Administration meetings when available.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Watch Congressional hearings and take notes for circulation toComcastLegislative Affairs team.

  • Work with members of the Legislative Affairs team on various projects.

  • Conduct guided legislative and Congressional research on topics of interest to Comcast NBCUniversal.

  • Attendinternal Comcast meetings andtakenotes for staff.

  • Support the Legislative Affairs team in planning and execution of Comcast corporate events.

  • Attend meetings with Congressional staff.

  • Process consultant invoices and other administrative assignments as needed.

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Skills

  • Strong interest in working on the Hill after graduation or has previously worked on theHill;

  • Strong interest in government affairs/regulatory affairs.

  • Strong research skills.

  • Experience with Microsoft Excel,required

  • Proficiencyin Adobe InDesign is a plus, but notrequired

  • Must have excellent time management and verbal/written communication skills

  • Must have great attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Must have ability tointerface withall levels of management

  • Must be able to work evenings (when necessary)

  • Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong interest in the telecommunications,cableand media industries.

  • Ability to work on a team.

  • Preferred Majors:Political Science, but open to any major withpreviousHill experience

Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a United States-based college or university 

  • Rising Junior or Rising Senior only (must have a graduation date between Winter 2026- Spring 2028) 

  • Returning to degree-program (for at least a semester) after the completion of the summer internship (meaning, student must be returning to school for Fall 2026 semester before graduating)  

  • Available to work 40 hours per week over the course of the summer program starting June 1, 2026, through August 14, 2026 

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.


Skills:

Relationship Building; Professional Etiquette; Accountability; Teamwork; Resilience; Communication


Salary:

Base Pay: $27.00

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.





Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That?s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality ? to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.


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  • Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
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