Environmental Policy Intern: Research & Agricultural Impact

Ilfb; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau, based in Bloomington, IL, is seeking an Environmental Policy Intern to support the Government Affairs Division's Environmental Policy Team. You will research environmental issues, help with policy and educational initiatives, and assist in communicating timely information to farmers and County Farm Bureaus across Illinois.

You will gain exposure to policymaking processes, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory considerations relevant to agriculture.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Soil Science, Agronomy, Crop Sciences, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Sustainable Agriculture, Agricultural Science, or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research, analyze and summarize environmental issues.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging environmental issues and policy implications.
• Support policy and educational initiatives within the Environmental Policy Team.
• Communicate timely information to farmers and County Farm Bureaus across the state.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Research and analysis

Education

Pursuing degree in Soil Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Illinois Farm Bureau, based in Bloomington, IL, is seeking an Environmental Policy Intern to support the Government Affairs Division's Environmental Policy Team. You will research environmental issues, help with policy and educational initiatives, and assist in communicating timely information to farmers and County Farm Bureaus across Illinois.

You will gain exposure to policymaking processes, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory considerations relevant to agriculture.