Legislative Intern -- 2026 MGA Session

General Description
The Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) is seeking qualified
candidates for a part-time Legislative Intern for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session.

This is a 25-30 hour/week paid position from December 2025 to April 2026, with considerable flexibility. This is largely a remote position with the exception of one to two monthly in-person meetings, and periodic travel to Annapolis during the 2026 session of the Maryland General Assembly. A travel stipend will be provided as supplement to hourly paid rate.

Specific Duties and Expectations
● Research legislative, policy, and fiscal issues related to education legislation, regulations
and state workgroups to inform PSSAM’s written and oral testimony, correspondence,
social media, and other communications
● Assist in advocating for PSSAM’s annual legislative priorities
● Provide internal administrative support to manage PSSAM’s legislative database
● Assist in reviewing legislation and monitoring related hearings
● Provide assistance in preparation of written and oral testimony for PSSAM and its
superintendent members
● Provide logistical support for PSSAM’s advocacy activities including scheduling,
attending and monitoring meetings with individual legislators, legislative
committees/subcommittees, the State Board of Education, state workgroups and other
stakeholders
● Work on special projects as directed by the Executive Director or any member of PSSAM
● Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
● A bachelor’s degree is preferred
● Excellent written and verbal communications skills
● Ability to work well as part of a team
● Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
● Proficient in Google Workspace – Google Drive, Docs, etc
● Previous experience with the Maryland General Assembly is highly regarded
● Experience in education policy and legislative work is a preferred, but not required

Qualified candidates should respond with a letter of interest and resume to
marypat.fannon@pssam.org. The position remains open until filled; however, letters of interest should be received by November 1, 2025 for full consideration. Candidates should be prepared to provide letters of recommendation and writing samples upon request. This is a contractual position.

PSSAM may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of a
respondent to provide the specified work, including contacting former employers provided by the candidate upon request.