Application Guide
How to Apply for KIP Spring 2027 - Events Intern - R Street Institute
at Standtogether
🏢 About Standtogether
The R Street Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy research organization with a mission to promote free markets and limited, effective government. As part of Stand Together's KIP fellowship, this internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy and communications, gaining hands-on experience in event planning and execution. Working at R Street means joining a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and practical solutions to policy challenges.
About This Role
The Events Intern will support both in-person and virtual events, assist with data management, and collaborate with policy and government affairs teams to promote events. This role is integral to R Street's communications efforts, ensuring events run smoothly and effectively engage audiences. It offers a blend of logistical planning, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork, making it ideal for someone interested in event management within a policy context.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve coordinating logistics for an upcoming in-person event, such as confirming catering and AV needs, updating the event registration list in the database, and drafting a promotional email to invite attendees. You might also attend a virtual event to provide technical support and then meet with the communications team to debrief and suggest improvements. The role blends independent tasks with collaborative meetings, all aimed at ensuring events run smoothly and engage the right audiences.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Standtogether Is Looking For
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable interacting with staff, contractors, and event participants.
- Interest in public policy and communications, with a desire to learn about event planning and data management.
- Collaborative team player who can also work independently in a hybrid setting, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
📝 Tips for Applying to Standtogether
Highlight any experience you have with event planning or coordination, even if it's from volunteer work or student organizations.
Demonstrate familiarity with data management tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems) and show how you've used them to improve processes.
Tailor your resume to emphasize communications skills, such as writing newsletters or promotional materials.
Research R Street's recent events and policy areas, and mention specific ones in your application to show genuine interest.
If you have experience with virtual event platforms (Zoom, Hopin, etc.), be sure to mention it, as the role involves virtual events.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
In your cover letter, focus on: 1) Your organizational skills and ability to manage logistics for events, with concrete examples. 2) Your interest in R Street's mission and how events contribute to policy impact. 3) Your collaborative nature and experience working across teams. 4) Your creativity in improving event planning and execution, perhaps suggesting ideas you have.
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore R Street's website to understand their policy areas and recent events, noting the types of events they host.
- → Learn about Stand Together and the KIP fellowship program to understand the broader context and values.
- → Look up recent news or publications from R Street to get a sense of their current initiatives and how events support them.
- → Research the Communications team and key staff members to understand the team structure and who you might work with.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Avoid generic applications that don't mention events or R Street specifically; show you understand the role's focus on event logistics and data management.
- Don't neglect to mention any remote work experience or ability to work independently, as the role is hybrid.
- Avoid focusing solely on policy interest without connecting it to event planning; this role is about supporting events, not policy research.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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