KIP Summer 2026 - Financial Accountability Research Intern - California Policy Center

Core responsibilities:

• Research state and local government finances in California
• Assist financial experts in preparing short articles and longer studies on taxes, spending, and government debt
• Participate in virtual professional development training every Thursday from 1-4:00 PM ET
• Attend the in-person summit at Stand Together's Headquarters in Arlington, VA on June 3-4

This role contributes to making California the freest and most prosperous region in the nation by researching government finances to promote responsible resource use and economic freedom.

Required qualifications:

• Economics, accounting, or business students (or students with other majors who like numbers)
• Interest in public policy and the work of California Policy Center
• Must be available for Thursday virtual training and in-person summit in Arlington, VA
• Ability to work remotely in a part-time or full-time capacity

Benefits include:

• Professional development training every Thursday
• In-person summit at Stand Together's Headquarters in Arlington, VA
• Remote work flexibility
• No salary information provided