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KIP Spring 2027 - Policy Intern - Grassroot Institute of Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii · Remote · Internship · Posted Sep 28, 2026
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidates must be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program.
About the job
Conduct policy research and help produce written work for the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, with opportunities to discuss findings with media, community groups, and lawmakers.
What you'll do
- Research and write policy papers, commentaries, or articles; revise or update research as requested.
- Assist with institute tasks, projects, and events, and represent the institute at conferences as needed.
- Discuss research with media, community groups, and lawmakers; participate in staff and leadership meetings.
What they ask for
- Ability to write well-structured, accurate, readable prose.
- Ability to connect with community members who can support research.
- Ability to reliably commute to the institute’s downtown Honolulu office; remote work may be available for the right candidate.
Nice to have
- Alignment with the vision and mission of the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii.
Pay
USD 5,500–7,500 per-year-salary
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