DC-Based Hybrid Regulatory & Economic Affairs Intern

Farm Credit Council; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 49,428,000 - 65,904,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Launching Leaders program stipend

Job summary

Farm Credit Council seeks a motivated spring intern for its Washington, DC-based regulatory team. The role offers hands-on experience in federal regulatory and government affairs with a focus on agricultural economics and policy.

The internship is paid at $23/hour, ~30–40 hours/week from January to April, with hybrid work (remote Mon/Wed and in-office Tue–Thu). Preference given to students from HBCUs or MANRRS affiliates and those pursuing related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum junior standing or recent college undergraduate pursuing or having completed a degree in agricultural economics, agricultural business, public policy, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Legally authorized to perform work in the U.S.
• Engages professionally and politely with board of directors, members, and constituents
• Supports the core values and mission of the organization

Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking and analyzing federal regulatory and legislative developments impacting the Farm Credit System and the agricultural economy.
• Conduct research on economic trends relevant to agriculture, rural lending, and financial markets.
• Support the development of comment letters and position papers on proposed federal regulations.
• Compile and analyze data and statistics to support internal reports and presentations.
• Attend and report on congressional hearings, agency briefings, and industry meetings.
• Collaborate with FCC staff on projects related to federal policies, credit access, financial markets, and other Farm Credit issues.
• Participate in events and other opportunities as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbal

Collaborative mindset

Proactive attitude

Education

Junior standing or recent college undergraduate in agricultural economics, agricultural business, public policy, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Farm Credit Council seeks a motivated spring intern for its Washington, DC-based regulatory team. The role offers hands-on experience in federal regulatory and government affairs with a focus on agricultural economics and policy.

The internship is paid at $23/hour, ~30–40 hours/week from January to April, with hybrid work (remote Mon/Wed and in-office Tue–Thu). Preference given to students from HBCUs or MANRRS affiliates and those pursuing related fields.