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The AI Policy Network

Junior Associate

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Entry level
Function
Legal & compliance
Pay
$55K – $75K a year (read from the ad)
Posted
3 months ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $75K a year, is 16% below the median of $89K for entry level legal jobs in Washington (middle half $79K – $166K, 21 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

The AI Policy Network (AIPN) is a bipartisan, independent 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to advancing secure AI development that serves America's economic prosperity, technological leadership, and national security. We provide policymakers with technically-grounded perspectives on emerging AI capabilities and risks, with particular focus on ensuring advanced AI systems remain reliable, controllable, and aligned with their intended purposes.

Position Summary

The AI Policy Network (AIPN) is hiring a mission-driven Junior Associate to provide research, operational, and administrative support across our fast-growing organization. This entry-level role is perfect for an early-career professional eager to work at the intersection of technology, policy, and national security while learning directly from former senior defense officials, AI researchers, and legislative strategists.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct background research on AI policy developments, committee activities, and AI governance trends; draft memos and briefing decks.
  • Support event planning for Hill briefings, donor meetings, and virtual webinars; assist with travel, scheduling, and expense tracking.
  • Help maintain CRM data and contact databases.
  • Draft social-media posts, newsletters, and website updates; proofread policy briefs.
  • Monitor breaking AI news and flag urgent developments for senior staff.
  • Provide administrative support to the Executive Director and senior leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Public Policy, Political Science, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Strong writing and analytical abilities; proficiency with Google Workspace.
  • Interest in AI, technology policy, or national-security issues.
  • People-person with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Self-directed initiator with an upbeat, whatever-it-takes attitude.

The AI Policy Network (AIPN) Role Details

  • Compensation: $55,000 – $75,000
  • Benefits: Benefits include technology budget, stipend for health insurance, and unlimited PTO.
  • Location: Washington, DC, US (Hybrid)

Source

Posted by The AI Policy Network on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:55 UTC; the original is the reference.

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