FRC Internships
Join emerging Christian conservative leaders in the mission to impact government and culture from a biblical worldview
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Please send your completed application form to internships@frc.org.
Since 1983, Family Research Council has faithfully embarked upon the mission of serving in the kingdom of God by championing faith, family, and freedom in public policy and the culture from a biblical worldview. FRC recognizes that there is not a better way to ensure the preservation of a just, free, and prosperous society than by investing in the next generation of leaders. It is for this purpose that the Family Research Council Internship Program exists.
The FRC Internship Program is a 12 to 13-week program designed to educate and inspire undergraduate or graduate students who are passionate about public service, and who believe that a biblical worldview is fundamental to the reformation of government and culture. FRC interns receive the opportunity to work alongside and be personally and professionally developed by our team of experts. FRC seeks to serve as a catalyst for students to assume careers of influence and equip them to make a difference wherever God calls.
FRC Internship Includes:
- Free Housing
- Daily devotionals
- $250 per week stipend (~$1000 a month paid bi-weekly)
- Personal, professional, and spiritual development under the oversight and mentorship of FRC experts and scholars
- Weekly “Career and Callings” seminar with Christian professionals working across the region.
- Weekly biblical worldview training on topics that impact culture
For more information about the program, please contact FRC's Intern Director.
FRC INTERNSHIP DATES
Spring 2025: January 13th – April 11th (Deadline to apply is October 31st)
Summer 2025: May 19th – August 1st (Deadline to apply is February 28th)
Fall 2025: September 8th – December 5th (Deadline to apply is June 30th)
Note: Applications are received on a rolling admissions basis. Applications are reviewed and admissions decisions are made upon receipt of the application.
INTERNSHIP DEPARTMENTS:
BRAND ADVANCEMENT
The Brand Advancement team is responsible for establishing continuity and consistency for FRC’s message across its various platforms. Interns may work in a variety of capacities within the department such as: graphic design and digital communication.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Communications team oversees FRC’s media relations efforts, including production and distribution of news releases and op-eds, online communications, social media, and FRC’s broadcast programs. Interns will be responsible for tracking pertinent news, researching archives and assisting with social media.
DEVELOPMENT
The Development department is responsible for acquiring FRC funding, through personal donor relationships, direct mail, digital marketing, and more. Interns will have the opportunity to help produce exclusive premiums for our FRC members, draft fundraising emails, text messages, donate pages, and call scripts, and occasionally engage with our donors via text messages, phone calls, and thank you letters. Interns will also get to work closely with IT, Graphics, Marketing, and Constituent Services.
EVENTS
The Events team is responsible for directing all major events for FRC, including donor events and the Pray Vote Stand Summit, which is the largest gathering of social conservatives in the nation. Interns may assist in securing exhibitors for national events and scheduling logistics for staff, volunteers, and speakers.
FINANCE & BUSINESS SERVICES
The Finance and Business Services team oversees Finance and Accounting, Constituent Services, and Facilities Management. This department is focused on stewarding the financial and capital resources that the Lord has entrusted to FRC and equipping FRC’s various departments to fulfill their missions. Interns will work on projects that support the ongoing activities and continuous improvement initiatives of Finance and Business Services (and the Human Resources department), and will benefit from strong analytical skills, an eye for detail, a collaborative mindset, and a demonstrated interest in accounting, finance, economics, and/or related fields.
FRC ACTION
FRC Action is the legislative affiliate of Family Research Council that seeks to educate and influence elected officials on Capitol Hill and in the States. Interns will assist in areas such as researching vital political races, writing backgrounders, assist in the creation of voter education resources, and special research projects. Helpful skills include an ability to work under deadlines and strong knowledge of the American political landscape.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The information technology department supports all of the technological needs of the organization, including but not limited to user support, networking, telecommunications systems, web and database application development. Final placement will be determined based upon areas of interest, skill sets and experience.
MARKETING
The Marketing team is responsible for the promotion of FRC and FRC materials to expand our audience and reach. Interns will have the opportunity to research merchandise, draft copy for email, text, and pop-ups, create video concepts and draft scripts, and record radio spots. Interns will also get to work closely with IT, Graphics, Development, Media Operations, and Social Media.
MEDIA OPERATIONS
The Media Operations team handles all aspects of production for a live daily program heard on over 800 radio stations and seen on NRB Network and other television stations/networks. Team members handle streaming, studio recordings, video capture of newsworthy events in our nation’s capital, and editing/post-production. Interns working with FRC’s Media Operations team would have the opportunity to work alongside staff from our dedicated Policy, Communications, and Brand Advancement teams, helping to shape content for targeted delivery to key audiences. Broad knowledge of new media forms and effective communication strategies are key to a rewarding experience in this role.
POLICY/GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
The Policy & Government Affairs department is responsible for conducting research on issues of concern to FRC, developing policy proposals and resources, and communicating those proposals, resources, and related information to Congress and other government officials. We also develop resources explaining the biblical basis of these same policy issues. We focus on FRC core issues of life and human dignity, family and sexuality, and religious freedom (domestic and international), but also work on Israel, global governance issues (like the UN and WHO), and other international matters. The work of the department is divided between the three divisions below:
(1) The Government Affairs team is responsible for legislative tracking, analysis, and advocacy – including lobbying and communicating with federal government officials and their staffs on FRC policy positions. Interns assigned here may help with tasks such as tracking presidential administration actions, monitoring congressional hearings related to FRC’s issues, maintaining a congressional scorecard, and performing other clerical/administrative tasks as needed. Key skills include an analytical mind and attention to detail. Helpful qualities are diligence, proactivity, and the ability to work independently.
(2) The Policy team is responsible for research and analysis of FRC issues, including work that helps determine the official policy positions of the organization. This team produces detailed research papers as well as shorter resources, but also quickly answers policy questions that arise. Some of these resources are then used by the Government Affairs team to share information with government officials. An ability to understand topics at depth, yet also explain them in simple terms is important to work on the Policy team. Interns assigned here may help with researching current trends on FRC issues and help draft and edit papers and other resources. Key skills include an attention to detail, accuracy, analytical ability, and strong research and writing skills.
(3) The Biblical Worldview team is responsible for researching and explaining these same FRC issues from a biblical worldview, whether from the text of scripture itself, or church history or other theological sources. The Biblical Worldview team’s job is to help Christians understand the theological basis of the positions we hold on FRC issues. These resources are then used in explaining to the church how their faith connects to the issues we see arising in legislatures or the halls of government. Interns assigned here may help with research for theologically inclined articles, and specific tasks as part of larger worldview projects. Key skills include an attention to detail, accuracy, analytical ability, and strong research and writing skills.
THE WASHINGTON STAND
The Washington Stand (TWS) is responsible for writing news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Interns may have the opportunity to assist in writing news and editing articles, TWS social media, organizing news content, and podcast production.
