Downey McGrath Group, Inc. offers an unpaid internship program to interested students in the summer, fall, and spring semesters.  The program is open to qualified college students, recent college graduates, and graduate students and is designed to introduce students to the day-to-day business of a government affairs consulting firm.  Interns are expected to work full time, Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. We will also consider applicants who may be able to work less than full time due to their academic schedule. Interested candidates should send their resumes, via email, with a cover letter indicating when they are interested in interning at the Downey McGrath Group, and a writing sample to: Sloan Rappoport Downey McGrath Group, Inc. 1225 I Street, NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20005 srappoport@dmggroup.com Candidates must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills, a genuine interest in the field of public affairs, and the ability to assume responsibility, prioritize and organize their work, and think creatively.  Candidates should possess excellent research skills, and should be interested and familiar with the legislative process.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received.  Placement decisions are based upon the anticipated workload during a given period, and on the qualifications of the candidates applying for internships. Read comments from former interns.