Public Policy Internship — Paid, In‑Person in DC

National Cattlemen's Beef Association; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in Washington, DC offers internships for the fall, spring, and summer semesters in Washington, D.C. This internship is a unique chance for students interested in the beef industry and federal policy.

Interns will have the opportunity to engage with NCBA and PLC staff on several fronts, including policy, communications, and membership, and will work closely with the lobbying and regulatory teams to advance policies important to the beef and sheep

Qualifications

• Must be a junior or senior undergraduate student or graduate student with a background or major in agriculture as well as a background in cattle and/or the beef industry
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be available for the duration of the internship
• Must have excellent research, writing, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participates in lobbying efforts
• Communicates updates to members
• Reviews Federal Registry Notices
• Participates in agency meetings
• Collaborates with Hill and agency staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Agriculture background

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in Agriculture

Job description

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in Washington, DC offers internships for the fall, spring, and summer semesters in Washington, D.C. This internship is a unique chance for students interested in the beef industry and federal policy.

Interns will have the opportunity to engage with NCBA and PLC staff on several fronts, including policy, communications, and membership, and will work closely with the lobbying and regulatory teams to advance policies important to the beef and sheep