Policy & Public Affairs Intern — Conservation (DC)

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

Job summary

The National Audubon Society in Washington, DC offers a Government Affairs internship. The role focuses on policy research, outreach, and collaboration with staff across policy and communications.

Paid internship based in a hybrid setting, with 30 hours per week. Start and end dates span 01/12/2027 to 06/30/2027, with a stipend of $19.00 per hour. Ideal for candidates pursuing public policy, conservation, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a relevant field (political science, public policy, climate change, environmental studies, social sciences, communications, or project management).
• Strong oral and written communication skills; well organized.
• Genuine interest in conservation and Audubon’s mission.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Word; design tools a bonus; GIS knowledge a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Create and design outreach materials to educate decision-makers and stakeholders about policy priorities.
• Provide research support for government affairs work, including researching decision makers and reviewing proposed legislation.
• Engage in a cross-team Capstone project aligned to Audubon’s policy priorities.
• Assist with office tasks and event support, including briefing folders and mailings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Conservation interest

Spanish language (bonus)

GIS basics (bonus)

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

InDesign/Canva

Job description

The National Audubon Society in Washington, DC offers a Government Affairs internship. The role focuses on policy research, outreach, and collaboration with staff across policy and communications.

Paid internship based in a hybrid setting, with 30 hours per week. Start and end dates span 01/12/2027 to 06/30/2027, with a stipend of $19.00 per hour. Ideal for candidates pursuing public policy, conservation, or related fields.