Local Food Policy & Communications Intern (Graduate)

King County; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

King County's Local Food Initiative Graduate Intern role offers a part-time, hybrid opportunity in Seattle to help implement the 2025 Local Food Initiative Strategy. You will develop the monthly newsletter, engage diverse partners, and support council planning and cross‑sector collaboration.

Ideal candidates are pursuing graduate studies in a field related to public policy, communications, or food systems and are eager to gain hands-on experience in policy, partnership development, and project

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a graduate-level program; applicants with completed graduate degrees are ineligible.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to craft clear, concise messages for diverse audiences.
• Experience or interest in local food systems, food access, and equity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and publish the Local Food Initiative monthly newsletter.
• Assist with planning and coordination of the KC Food System Advisory Council meetings.
• Develop communications for Local Food Initiative programs and projects.
• Conduct research and policy analysis on food systems, agriculture, and related topics.
• Support collaboration with farmers, nonprofits, public agencies, and partners on project management and outreach.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Policy analysis

Project management

Collaboration

Public speaking

Public policy

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Outlook

Google Sites

WordPress

Job description

King County's Local Food Initiative Graduate Intern role offers a part-time, hybrid opportunity in Seattle to help implement the 2025 Local Food Initiative Strategy. You will develop the monthly newsletter, engage diverse partners, and support council planning and cross‑sector collaboration.

Ideal candidates are pursuing graduate studies in a field related to public policy, communications, or food systems and are eager to gain hands-on experience in policy, partnership development, and project