Co-op: Government Affairs & Program Development

What’s Upstate; Town of Clinton (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Indium Corporation is seeking a Co-op Student in Government Affairs & Program Development. The role supports research, communications, project coordination, and organizational systems across Government Affairs & Program Development.

You will work with multiple business functions, monitor policies and funding opportunities, and prepare briefing materials. The 13-week assignment may require variable full-time hours with local travel.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, government, or related field.
• Interest in government affairs, public policy, or economic development preferred.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, AI productivity tools; Excel and PowerPoint required; CRM/SharePoint/Power BI desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; manage multiple priorities with sound judgment.
• 13-week co-op; hours may vary; travel between Indium Corporation facilities may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, coordinate projects, prepare communications, and support Government Affairs activities.
• Develop and maintain organizational systems, document repositories, and performance metrics.
• Support initiatives across multiple functions; collaborate with Finance, Legal, Marketing, HR, Operations, and external stakeholders.
• Research government funding opportunities and support proposal development and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, and public policy affecting Indium Corporation.
• Prepare executive briefing materials, presentations, policy summaries, and background research.
• Research international policies, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships.
• Monitor developments in minerals, semiconductors, manufacturing, trade, and supply chain resilience.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM platforms

SharePoint

Dashboards

KPIs

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in political science or related field

Tools

SharePoint

CRM platforms

Excel

Power BI

Dashboards

Job description

Indium Corporation is seeking a Co-op Student in Government Affairs & Program Development. The role supports research, communications, project coordination, and organizational systems across Government Affairs & Program Development.

You will work with multiple business functions, monitor policies and funding opportunities, and prepare briefing materials. The 13-week assignment may require variable full-time hours with local travel.