Conservation Internship in Governmental Affairs

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Ducks Unlimited’s Governmental Affairs Office in Washington, D.C., seeks qualified individuals to fill internship vacancies. These positions are responsible for assisting professional staff in promoting public policy initiatives affecting wetlands, waterfowl and agricultural conservation. Our interns gain valuable Capitol Hill and nonprofit experience through supporting efforts to educate members of Congress on the positive effects of conservation legislation and concepts. 

Applicants should be extremely motivated workers, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, possess above average computer skills, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Knowledge of wildlife conservation, wetlands, congressional process, and/or agriculture policy and practices is a plus. Work emphasis will be in communications and legislative process. 

Typical working hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, about 40 hours per week.  Internships typically last a semester, but may be extended pending on the quality of work.  All internship positions will be filled by May 1, 2011, so please apply now.

To Apply
Please fill out the application and pre-employment forms on our website at www.ducks.org, attach cover letter and resume and click submit, or to request application materials call the number below and send resume and cover letter to:

WhitneyTawney                                                                         

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.
1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 402 
Washington, DC 20004
Phone (202) 347-1530

*In addition to your cover letter and resume, please include your availability in the upcoming months and whether or not you plan to receive school