Careers

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented AI Policy Analyst to support its AI and Emerging Technology team. Reporting to the Director of AI and Emerging Technology, the AI Policy Analyst will contribute to the development of policy materials, track legislative activity, and support communications efforts related to AI and Emerging Technology—particularly at the nexus of AI and national security. This position is ideal for a policy professional with strong research and writing skills who is eager to shape meaningful policy through a mission-driven organization.

Overall Responsibility: The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a Development Writer to support the organization’s fundraising and investor communications efforts through high-quality written materials. This role is essential in crafting compelling, mission-aligned communications that reflect AFPI’s servant leadership culture and promote the principles of the America First Agenda. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer who is passionate about advancing AFPI’s mission and capable of producing clear, persuasive, and inspiring content for major investors and stakeholders.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Policy Analyst to support its Homeland Security and Immigration team. Reporting to the Director of Homeland Security and Immigration, the Senior Policy Analyst will contribute to the development of policy materials, track legislative activity, and support communications efforts related to border security, immigration enforcement, and homeland security issues. This position is ideal for a policy professional with strong research and writing skills who is eager to shape meaningful policy through a mission-driven organization.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking an Investor Communications Manager to lead and execute a dynamic and strategic investor communications program. This role is pivotal in deepening engagement with AFPI’s community of major donors by crafting high-impact communications that reflect AFPI’s mission, values, and policy outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring strong writing and project management skills, a deep respect for American liberty and freedom, and a passion for advancing the America First Agenda.

Interns will advance AFPI’s mission through the Communications, Digital Marketing, Development, Engagement, Government Affairs, Operations, and Policy departments. All candidates must be aspiring servant leaders.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a strategic and proactive Director of State Communications to serve as the primary point of contact and oversight for communications across AFPI’s state chapters. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, this role will be responsible for ensuring state points of contact (POCs) have the tools, resources, and guidance needed to deliver impactful communications products that advance AFPI’s mission and resonate with state-level audiences. The Director of State Communications will coordinate with state leaders to develop localized strategies, ensure message alignment, and elevate AFPI’s presence nationwide.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Senior Advisor will work directly with senior members of OFRA to help advance its fiscal and regulatory portfolios. This position would be a good fit for those passionate about developing and deploying their expertise in a variety of policy areas.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Researcher will work directly with senior members of OFRA to help advance its quantitative portfolios in fiscal and regulatory fields. This position would be a good fit for those passionate about applying quant skills to public policy research.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Program Assistant will work directly with senior members of OFRA to help advance its policy operations. This position would be a good fit for those passionate about applying their skills to public policy.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking an accomplished Communications Specialist who will report to the Director of Communications and support AFPI’s mission by executing communications strategies aligned with the Institute’s core values and policy priorities. This position plays a vital role in crafting compelling narratives, enhancing media visibility, and supporting campaign initiatives through high-quality, on-brand communications products. The Communications Specialist will work closely with internal teams, external partners, and media outlets to ensure consistency, clarity, and excellence across all AFPI communications channels.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking an accomplished Chief Economist to lead the Institute’s economic research and policy development efforts. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in economic analysis, a strong commitment to America First principles, and an exceptional ability to translate complex economic data into clear, impactful policy recommendations. The Chief Economist will ensure that AFPI’s economic output is rigorous, timely, and influential in shaping national policy debates, particularly on issues of national sovereignty, economic strength, and American prosperity.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Platform Engineer will work directly with senior members of OFRA’s technical team to develop and maintain the software service platform powering a wide range of fiscal and regulatory analyses and tools. This position would be a good fit for those pursuing a career in cloud-based infrastructure management, server-side application development, and machine learning.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Software Engineer will work directly with senior members of OFRA’s technical team to develop and maintain the software powering a wide range of fiscal and regulatory analyses and tools. This position would be a good fit for those pursuing a career in web development, full-stack application management, or machine learning.

The Executive Director for AFPI-FL will work with the AFPI-FL chair and the rest of the AFPI leadership team to develop AFPI-FL’s strategic vision and operational plans and manage the execution of those plans within the state. This includes coordinating policy, communications, and engagement efforts across the state in partnership with AFPI’s Washington, D.C., headquarters staff.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Campaign Director to lead its Families First policy campaign. This individual will be responsible for driving the campaign’s core objectives—including policy development, coalition building, legislative tracking, and communications related to parental rights, education reform, and the well-being of children and families. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven leader with strong policy expertise, proven management experience, and a deep commitment to advancing America First policies that empower families and protect children.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking motivated law students with a passion for public interest litigation. The qualified applicant should possess a deep respect of American liberty and constitutional law, and an eagerness to challenge legal precedent and convention in the service of both.