Application Guide

How to Apply for KIP Spring 2027 - Associate Policy Analyst Intern - National Taxpayers Union Foundation

at Standtogether

🏢 About Standtogether

The National Taxpayers Union Foundation is a non-partisan research and education organization that analyzes how taxes, spending, and regulations affect Americans. As part of Stand Together Fellowships, it offers a unique opportunity to work on evidence-based policy solutions that hold elected officials accountable. This internship is ideal for someone who wants to influence real policy debates while developing research and analytical skills.

About This Role

As an Associate Policy Analyst Intern, you will support NTUF's research, analysis, and outreach on budget and tax reform. You'll track policy proposals, analyze budget data, and contribute to issue briefs and website content. This role is impactful because your work will directly inform public discourse and help citizens engage in critical policy debates.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve tracking new tax or budget proposals, analyzing data using Excel, and drafting a section of an issue brief. You might also attend team meetings to discuss outreach strategies and collaborate on content for NTUF's website. Expect to work independently on research tasks while receiving guidance from senior analysts.

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🎯 Who Standtogether Is Looking For

  • Strong interest in tax, budget, and fiscal policy, with a desire to promote limited government and taxpayer rights.
  • Excellent research and analytical skills, including experience with data collection, Excel, and policy analysis.
  • Ability to communicate complex policy ideas clearly in writing, as you'll contribute to issue briefs and other content.
  • Self-motivated and able to work remotely, with a commitment to NTUF's non-partisan mission and principles.

📝 Tips for Applying to Standtogether

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Tailor your cover letter specifically to NTUF's mission and mention your alignment with their focus on tax, budget, and regulatory issues.

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Highlight any experience with policy research, data analysis, or writing, and provide concrete examples of your work.

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Use the 'Additional Information' field to include your cover letter, as instructed, and ensure it details your interest in the position and NTUF's mission.

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Demonstrate knowledge of current tax and budget policy debates, such as recent tax reform proposals or government spending issues.

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If you have prior internship or coursework in economics, public policy, or a related field, emphasize how it prepares you for this role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific interest in NTUF's mission and how it aligns with your values and career goals.", 'Your research and analytical skills, with examples of projects where you analyzed policy or budget data.', 'Your writing ability, particularly for a policy-oriented audience, and any published or professional writing samples.', 'Your ability to work independently and contribute to a remote team, as this role is open to remote candidates.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore NTUF's website, especially their recent issue briefs, blog posts, and research reports on tax and budget policy.
  • → Learn about NTUF's public interest litigation project and how it extends their work into the judicial sphere.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Stand Together Fellowships and their principles, as they sponsor this internship.
  • → Follow recent news on tax reform, government spending, and regulatory policy to understand the current landscape.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Your understanding of NTUF's mission and how you would contribute to its research goals.
2 Your experience with policy analysis, including any specific tax or budget issues you've studied.
3 How you approach data collection and analysis, and tools you use (e.g., Excel, statistical software).
4 A writing sample or discussion of how you communicate complex policy ideas to a general audience.
5 Your thoughts on current tax and budget policy debates, and how NTUF's work fits into them.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention NTUF or its mission.
  • Failing to provide specific examples of your research or writing skills.
  • Not demonstrating an understanding of or interest in tax and budget policy issues.

📅 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:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

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Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

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Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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