Policy Intern: Water Policy & Communications

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is offering a paid Policy Intern position in Chicago. The intern will support the Board of Commissioners office on policy, research, and communications projects.

Ideal candidates are organized, able to manage multiple projects, and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Enrollment in Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or Communications is required, with US work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program and will be enrolled in 2026/2027.
• Citizen or fully authorized to work in the United States.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with research, data analysis, reporting, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Complete at least one substantive project in policy, research, or communications.
• Assist with water resource policy initiatives and external engagement.
• Support research, data analysis, and reporting tasks.

Skills

Project management

Communication

PowerPoint

Excel

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Environmental Studies / Public Policy / Communications degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is offering a paid Policy Intern position in Chicago. The intern will support the Board of Commissioners office on policy, research, and communications projects.

Ideal candidates are organized, able to manage multiple projects, and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Enrollment in Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or Communications is required, with US work eligibility.