Alumni Spotlight

"Because of my time so far at CPAC, my confidence in my post-graduation goals has exponentially increased."

"I intend to devote my life and efforts to the conservative movement, and CPAC seemed like an ideal place to begin that journey, which is why I chose to apply during my summer internship search."

"The internship at CPAC has helped me make connections with current and future members of the conservative movement."

"I wanted real experience in conservative politics, not just coursework. CPAC sits at the center of the movement internationally, and I knew the work would be substantive."

"This internship has been a truly rewarding experience, and I'm grateful for everything I've learned along the way. It's given me a greater appreciation for the work that goes into advancing an organization's mission and the importance of collaboration behind the scenes."

"CPAC USA has been the absolute highlight of working at CPAC. While the conference was lots of work, I knew I was contributing to a decades-long legacy that has shaped the conservative movement. Working with a committed group of people to put on a world-class event was unforgettable."

"I am learning how to carry myself professionally, enhancing my attention to detail, and learning how to form relationships with clients."

"Through this internship, I've strengthened my skills in research, writing, and synthesizing information. These skills will be valuable as I move into grad school and begin my career."

"It's helped me connect with people who are invested and involved in the conservative movement."

"If we don't continue in investing to build up the next generation of conservative leaders then the country we love won't continue to prosper or fight for the freedoms we are so lucky to have."

"Our internship program gives direct involvement, hands on experience and intern empowerment that is rare to find at other programs. Our interns get real world experience and can participate in all stages of project execution."

"Looking back, working at CPAC helped me gain real-world experience, grow professionally, and realize that this career path was truly right for me, while also connecting me with great people in the policy and conservative movement space in a way that school alone could not."

"I attended my first CPAC in February 2022 and enjoyed the conference and all of the speakers and knew that I would want to be a part of the CPAC team following that great first experience."

"My favorite memory here at CPAC has been working CPAC USA 2026. Behind the scenes with getting speaker's coordinated and then seeing them, meeting them and having a conversation's with them was incredible. Hearing some of them speak on stage was definitely an eye opening experience."

"I wanted to apply for CPAC because I knew they were a solid, important conservative organization. I wanted to work for an organization which had name recognition and did important things."

"CPAC showed me that with the right guidance and a willingness to learn, you can grow quickly and make a meaningful impact."

"I chose CPAC because of their wide array of events and coalitions to join. As a child maltreatment advocacy studies minor, I was looking for internships that would allow me to learn about political advocacy in regards to the fight against human trafficking and CPAC was the perfect fit."