Government Affairs Intern

Westwin Elements; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westwin Elements is seeking a Government Affairs Intern to support policy research, legislative monitoring, and stakeholder engagement efforts in the United States. This role helps advance critical minerals manufacturing and national security priorities through rigorous policy analysis and outreach.

You will track developments in federal and state policy, prepare briefing materials, and translate project information for policy audiences.

Qualifications

• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Clear communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Interest in government, policy, national security, or energy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Track legislation, hearings, agency announcements, and policy developments related to critical minerals, manufacturing, energy, trade, and national security.
• Research government funding programs and policy initiatives relevant to Westwin projects.
• Prepare policy summaries, briefing materials, and background research.
• Draft correspondence, talking points, fact sheets, and presentations.
• Research congressional offices, agencies, industry associations, and community organizations.
• Maintain contact lists, meeting notes, trackers, and follow-up calendars.
• Assist with coordinating meetings, site visits, conferences, and community events.
• Attend hearings, webinars, and meetings; summarize key developments.
• Support document preparation for funding applications, public comments, and government requests.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate project information for policy audiences.

Skills

Strong research and writing abilities

Clear communication

Multitasking / deadline management

Interest in government policy / energy

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Political Science, Government, Public Policy, International Relations, National Security Studies, International Trade/Business, Energy & Sustainability Policy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Westwin Elements Inc

Westwin Elements is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. Our mission is to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance national security by developing essential refining and processing infrastructure.

About the role

Westwin is seeking a Government Affairs Intern to support policy research, legislative monitoring, and stakeholder engagement efforts. This role is ideal for students interested in government, public policy, national security, or energy.

What you'll do

• Track legislation, hearings, agency announcements, and policy developments related to critical minerals, manufacturing, energy, trade, and national security.
• Research government funding programs and policy initiatives relevant to Westwin projects.
• Prepare policy summaries, briefing materials, and background research.
• Draft correspondence, talking points, fact sheets, and presentations.
• Research congressional offices, agencies, industry associations, and community organizations.
• Maintain contact lists, meeting notes, trackers, and follow-up calendars.
• Assist with coordinating meetings, site visits, conferences, and community events.
• Attend hearings, webinars, and meetings; summarize key developments.
• Support document preparation for funding applications, public comments, and government requests.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate project information for policy audiences.

Qualifications

• Strong research and writing abilities
• Clear communication and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Interest in government, policy, national security, or energy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

• Political Science, Government, Public Policy, International Relations, National Security Studies, International Trade/Business, Energy & Sustainability Policy.
• Students in any major with strong research and writing skills are encouraged to apply.