Public Affairs/Government & Industry Relations Project Coordinator Apprentice Program

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

Early Career Apprentice Program:

Want to work in your field and train on the job? Join our 12–24-month apprentice program! You will earn and learn on the job, receive career guidance and mentorship, all while attending school. Allstate will also provide tuition assistance and hands-on training in the field of public affairs and government relations.

Law & Regulation – Public Affairs/Government & Industry Relations Project Coordinator Apprentice:

Your 12- to 24-month program will expose you to projects that have an impact across Allstate’s Political Advocacy and Government & Industry Relations (GIR) teams. Through hands-on work, you will gain valuable experience in campaign finance, advocacy programming, and compliance operations. If you’re interested in government relations, public affairs, and the intersection of business and policy, apply for this exciting opportunity!

Apprenticeship Role:

• Public Affairs/Government & Industry Relations Project Coordinator
  Our apprentice program is designed to prepare you for future careers in political advocacy, government relations, and corporate public affairs at Allstate.
   

Location: Remote (Preference for candidates located in Chicago, Washington, D.C., or Charlotte)
 

Start date: August 2025
 

Job Qualifications

Education:

• Pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Communications, or other relevant fields.

• Candidates selected for prescreening will be required to submit an unofficial transcript.
   

Work Authorization:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
   

Core Skills:

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Attention to detail and ability to manage compliance-related tasks.

• Excellent finance, accounting, and/or compliance skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Multimedia and A/V media production skills (preferred).
   

Public Affairs/Government & Industry Relations Project Coordinator Apprentice Responsibilities:

As an apprentice, you’ll play a key role in supporting Allstate’s Political Advocacy team and Government & Industry Relations function. You’ll:

• Oversee day-to-day administrative efforts for Allstate’s PAC and corporate contributions program, including processing check requests, database management, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Assist in managing in-person and virtual advocacy programming for federal and state-level activities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and key internal stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.

• Support budgeting and finance-related tasks to ensure proper allocation and tracking of funds.
   

This program is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in political advocacy, campaign finance, and government relations while working in a dynamic corporate environment. If you’re passionate about public policy, compliance, and corporate advocacy, we encourage you to apply!

Skills

Compensation

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.  

You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. 

Good Hands. Greater Together.

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