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2026 Public Affairs InternshipSymetra • Bellevue, WA, United States
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2026 Public Affairs Internship

2026 Public Affairs Internship

Symetra • Bellevue, WA, United States
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Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Public Affairs Intern !

About the program

At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That's our way of describing people that can be and to do what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.

The Symetra Public Affairsinternship exposes candidates to the intersection of external affairs, public policy, and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in public policy and mission-driven work, along with a commitment to social justice and community engagement. Participants will assist with projects within the Public Affairs, Community Relations and Social Impact portfolios, including external engagement, event help, and project support; availability is needed in-person as well as virtual tasks.

Your responsibilities may include

  • Conducting research, summarizing legislation, tracking current events, and writing policy briefs
  • Watching government and community webinars and hearings, synthesizing key points and circulating notesinternally
  • Assisting team members during conferences and meetings, including tracking and summarizing of meetings and events with federal, state, and local policymakers
  • Helping Community Relations with employee engagement events to support nonprofits or support sports partnerships
  • Drafting community event invitations and coordinating participant responses

You will leave this internship with effective communications, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, research, and writing skills; and increased knowledge of and experience with corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

What we offer you

Fully remote internship - we ship you the equipment you need to enjoy work from the comfort of home.

Compensation :

Hourly Range : $22.00-25.00

Required education, experience , and skills :

  • A rising junior or senior student seeking a degree from an accredited higher education program
  • Demonstrated interest in public policy, government relations, community relations, corporate responsibility or public affairs
  • Preference for students with leadership experiences such as volunteering or helping others
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Willingness and ability to collaborate and adapt in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment
  • Knowledge and curiosity about public policy, current events and government affairs, political science, community stakeholder engagement
  • Ability to attend events in-person in the Greater Seattle and Bellevue area
  • Work Authorization

    Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

    Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements :

    As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection :

  • Minimum Internet Speed : 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
  • Internet Type : Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
  • Not Permissible : Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
  • When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

    Identity Verification

    Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews . Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

    Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in :

  • Disqualification from the recruitment process
  • Withdrawal of a job offer
  • Termination of employment and other criminal and / or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
  • We empower inclusion

    At Symetra, we embrace and celebrate diverse experiences, identities and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and creates a stronger, more innovative company. Learn more here.

    In a complex industry, we strive for clarity.

    Symetra is a dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we're guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they're getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what's right for our customers, communities, and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.

    For more information about our careers visit www.symetra.com / careers .

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