Director Government Affairs
IntelUS, Washington, D.C.$226k – $319kPosted 27 March 2026
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Job Details:
Job Description:
The Director of US Government Affairs will work as part of a global government affairs team, coordinating closely with colleagues on the team, as well as other groups throughout Intel to craft effective, consistent positions on the issues of greatest importance to our company.
This position will report to the Vice President U.S. Government Affairs and will be located in our Washington, DC office. This position will manage outreach to the Executive Branch and Congressional Republicans to advocate and shape policies that advance American semiconductor manufacturing and technology leadership.
Key Responsibilities
•Create and execute federal lobbying efforts that advance our policy positions and achieve favorable outcomes.
•Advocate for Intel's positions on critical policy issues at a time of dynamic change for the semiconductor industry.
• Articulate a clear, compelling vision for the importance of U.S. domestic semiconductor manufacturing, Intel's leadership role in the industry, and the federal policies needed to support these priorities.
• Lead lobbying efforts on technology issues (Quantum Computing, Cybersecurity, Data)
• Work with the U.S. Government Relations team to develop and execute Intel's strategic and tactical responses to pending legislation, regulation, and policy issues, including internal alignment and external engagement with trade associations, relevant third parties, and directly with policymakers.
• Build strong relationships with key policymakers and other federal authorities to enhance Intel's reputation and influence with the federal government.
Qualifications:
Key Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have proven experience lobbying Congressional and Executive branch leaders on trade and manufacturing issues, the ability to conceive and execute high-stakes lobbying campaigns, and a strong legislative background and an extensive network:
• At least 7 years , of relevant experience with the U.S. federal government; focusing on manufacturing policy, but with ability to work across a broad portfolio of issues
• Past experience of lobbying elected officials, policymakers, government agency heads, and trade associations at a government affairs position in industry or other relevant position
• Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA, MPA, MPP) is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of understanding and influencing legislative processes, including successful advocacy efforts that achieved favorable policy outcomes• Broad government relations/policy understanding (internal and external)
• Clear reputation for ethical conduct and unquestionable integrity
• Excellent political and business judgment; high degree of discretion; strong analytical skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Job Type:
College Grad
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Washington, D.C.
Additional Locations:
Business group:
Intel’s Corporate Affairs, Policy, Integrity, Trade, and Legal (CAPITL) group offers unique opportunities to work in a variety of areas, including counsel to Intel businesses; technology and intellectual property licensing; patent prosecution; trademarks and brands; litigation, mergers, acquisitions and investing; public policy, legislative and regulatory lobbying; global trade, export, import, and customs; and corporate compliance.
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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