Careers

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 Director of Trade Policy to lead the Institute’s efforts to shape and advance America First trade initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in international trade, a strong commitment to U.S. prosperity and sovereignty, and the ability to develop strategic policies that promote American economic strength. The Director of Trade Policy will ensure that AFPI’s trade research and educational efforts are rigorous, timely, and influential in shaping national and global trade discussions.

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.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a highly professional and personable Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for visitors and staff. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to professionalism, hospitality, and AFPI’s America First values. The Receptionist will play a critical role in creating a welcoming environment, ensuring efficient front-office operations, and supporting administrative activities across the organization.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a visionary and results-driven Director for American Values Policy to lead the advancement of policy initiatives that reinforce the foundational principles of faith, family, and freedom. This leadership role will work in close collaboration with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board, along with other senior leaders across the Institute.

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.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Quantitative Research Assistant 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 Quantitative Research Associate 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 Research Scientist 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.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to support the work of its Higher Education policy center. This position will play a key role in advancing AFPI’s mission by conducting timely research, producing strategic policy content, and engaging with both internal teams and national thought leaders. The ideal candidate is a proactive, policy-savvy individual with exceptional writing skills and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory, cultural, and political dynamics shaping U.S. higher education.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to support the work of its Higher Education policy center. This position will play a key role in advancing AFPI’s mission by conducting timely research, producing strategic policy content, and engaging with both internal teams and national thought leaders. The ideal candidate is a proactive, policy-savvy individual with exceptional writing skills and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory, cultural, and political dynamics shaping U.S. higher education.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a skilled Direct Marketing Manager who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and executing direct marketing plans for AFPI, primarily focusing on the acquisition and retention of donors through mail and digital channels.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Digital Marketing Manager to join its dynamic Digital Team. This individual will play a vital role in advancing AFPI’s mission by leading strategic digital outreach efforts, including email marketing, video production, and content development. The ideal candidate is passionate about the America First movement and adept at transforming complex policy content into compelling digital narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. This is an in-office, mid-level role based in Washington, D.C.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is seeking an accomplished Director of Research to lead our research efforts and oversee the production of high-impact policy publications. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in research management, a deep alignment with America First principles, and a mastery of writing, editing, and scholarly standards. This role will ensure that AFPI’s research output is rigorous, timely, and influential in shaping national policy debates.The Director of Research leads AFPI’s research initiatives, overseeing the development and dissemination of policy research that aligns with America First principles and influences national policy debates.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Cross-Cutting Research Associate will work directly with senior members of OFRA to help with a wide range of fiscal and regulatory portfolios. This position would be a good fit for those pursuing a career in interdisciplinary public policy research.

This position will serve as a key member of AFPI’s Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis (OFRA) team. The Cross-Cutting Research Assistant will work directly with senior members of OFRA to help with a wide range of fiscal and regulatory portfolios. This position would be a good fit for those pursuing a career in interdisciplinary public policy research.

The Center Director for the Center for Education Opportunity will work with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board, among other leaders of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) to develop strategic vision and operational plans for the Center for Education Opportunity and oversee the execution of AFPI’s education-related policy initiatives. The Director will play a key leadership role in advancing education freedom, parental rights, school choice, and restoring excellence in American education.

The Executive Director for AFPI-NM will work with the AFPI-NM chair and the rest of the AFPI leadership team to develop AFPI-NM’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 Executive Director for AFPI-IA will work with the AFPI-IA chair and the rest of the AFPI leadership team to develop AFPI-IA’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 Director for the Center for Law and Justice will work with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board among other leaders of the Institute to develop AFPI’s strategic vision and operational plans and manage the execution of AFPI's policies.

The Director for the Center for American Freedom will work with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board among other leaders of the Institute to develop AFPI’s strategic vision and operational plans and manage the execution of AFPI's policies.

The Director for the Center for a Healthy America will work with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board among other leaders of the Institute to develop AFPI’s strategic vision and operational plans and manage the execution of AFPI's policies.

The Director for the Center for American Prosperity will work with the Chief Policy Officer, Center Chair, Board of Academic Advisors, and the Center Advisory Board among other leaders of the Institute to develop AFPI’s strategic vision and operational plans and manage the execution of AFPI's policies.

The Director for the Center for Homeland Security and Immigration will work with the Chair, Center for Homeland Security and Immigration, the Executive Vice President for Policy, and other AFPI senior leadership to help develop and execute AFPI’s strategic vision, policy and research agenda for the Center and execution of those policies.

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) seeks an innovative and experienced attorney to serve as the Senior Litigator with AFPI’s Center for Litigation (CFL). CFL is AFPI’s public interest law firm and seeks to blaze new paths to protect and defend constitutional freedoms and America First policy priorities against the egregious overreach of Big Tech, Big Media, and Big Government.

The Campaign Director (CD), Secure the Border & Defeat the Cartels will be the primary driver of the Secure the Border & Defeat the Cartels policy campaign’s objectives, including policy development, coalition building, communications and digital strategy, and state engagement. Main responsibilities include coordinating the strategic development of policy recommendations, measuring the impact of the campaign’s output, collaborating with key stakeholders on priorities, and managing team dynamics.

The Campaign Director (CD), Restore Law & Order / End Weaponization of Government will be the primary driver of the Restore Law & Order / End Weaponization of Government policy campaign’s objectives – including policy development, coalition building, communications and digital strategy, and state engagement. Main responsibilities include coordinating the strategic development of policy recommendations, measuring the impact of the campaign’s output, collaborating with key stakeholders on priorities, and managing team dynamics.

The Campaign Director (CD), Create a Strong Economy will be the primary driver of the Create a Strong Economy policy campaign’s objectives – including policy development, coalition building, communications and digital strategy, and state engagement. Main responsibilities include coordinating the strategic development of policy recommendations, measuring the impact of the campaign’s output, collaborating with key stakeholders on priorities, and managing team dynamics.

This team member will serve as a key member of the AFPI Development team and be responsible for overseeing a substantial portion of AFPI’s major gift portfolio. The Senior Development Officer will help with all development efforts in close coordination with the President and CEO, the Chief Development Officer, and the Director of Development Operations.

This team member will serve as a key member of the AFPI Development team and be responsible for overseeing a substantial portion of AFPI’s major gift portfolio.

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.