Fall 2025 Public Policy Intern

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

TEAM OVERVIEW 

Established in 2008 by Ken Mehlman, the Public Policy team works in partnership with the KKR Global Institute (KGI), KKR leadership, industry and country teams, portfolio companies, limited partners and other stakeholders to facilitate better investing through a better understanding of the intersection between policy and politics. The Public Policy team helps guide KKR’s investments and portfolio companies on legislative, regulatory, and reputational considerations to help manage risks and identify opportunities. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The KKR Public Policy team seeks to hire interns to join our team at the intersection of U.S. policy and finance. Working closely with the full KKR Public Policy & Affairs team, the individual will take on a range of responsibilities related to policy research, development of thought leadership and associated content, management of engagement with global investment and other business teams, understanding and mitigating risk, and liaising with external parties. This individual should exhibit strong research, writing, and attention to detail skills, the ability to collaborate, and a self-driven initiative. This person should have demonstrated interest or experience in the study and practice of politics and public policy. The position presents an exciting opportunity to engage in policy and political analysis and research in a stimulating commercial environment.

The ideal candidate will either be currently enrolled in a full-time academic program and undertaking their penultimate or ultimate year of school or should be a recent graduate with 0 – 2 years of relevant experience. This in-person role will be based in either Washington D.C. or New York City.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The intern’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Political and Public Policy Research
• Policy-Related Content Creation
• Legislation Monitoring and Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement & Event Management
• Regulatory & Reputational Due Diligence

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Currently enrolled in a full-time academic program pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and graduating in December 2025 – June 2027 or a recent graduate with 0 – 2 years of relevant experience (graduation between June 2023 – June 2025)
• Competency at PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong writing skills
• Sophisticated understanding and genuine interest in public policy, politics, and economic issues
• Preference for previous professional experiences, such as an internship in government, on a campaign, or with a trade association, or NGO

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS 

• Interest in working in the Public Policy, Regulatory, Political, or Communications field
• Excellent research skills; is curious and will source and integrate different perspectives 
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to multi-task several projects on tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, to engage with members at all levels across the firm
• Team player with interpersonal skills that can develop relationships and collaborate with individuals across a variety of sectors and backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and pressurized environment

This is the expected range of daily salary rate for this position. Actual daily salary rate may vary based on several factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role.

Base Salary Range-Daily Rate$30—$35 USD

KKR is an equal opportunity employer.  Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.