Policy & Outreach Intern — Hybrid, Paid (DC)

Audubon; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional experience

Job summary

The National Audubon Society is offering a paid Government Affairs internship in Washington, DC. The role reports to the Government Affairs Project Manager and involves research, outreach, and creative projects to advance policy priorities.

The internship is 5.5 months, 30 hours per week, with a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence on Mondays and Tuesdays and additional days chosen each month. Start date 01/12/2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in political science, public policy, environmental studies or related fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Well organized with a strong work ethic.
• Genuine interest in conservation and Audubon’s mission.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• InDesign/Canva or similar is a bonus.
• Speaking Spanish or another language is a bonus.
• Understanding of GIS or mapping software is a bonus.
• Commitment to Audubon’s core values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Government Affairs staff with research tasks and policy briefings.
• Create outreach materials such as factsheets to inform decision-makers.
• Support attendance at briefings and hearings and review proposed legislation.
• Contribute to a cross-team Capstone project in a field of interest.
• Help with office tasks for briefing folders, mailings, and event support.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Interest in conservation

Spanish or another language

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

InDesign/Canva

GIS mapping software

Job description

The National Audubon Society is offering a paid Government Affairs internship in Washington, DC. The role reports to the Government Affairs Project Manager and involves research, outreach, and creative projects to advance policy priorities.

The internship is 5.5 months, 30 hours per week, with a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence on Mondays and Tuesdays and additional days chosen each month. Start date 01/12/2027.