The NWF National Advocacy Center is seeking a Legislative Intern. A motivated individual with strong organizational skills is sought to be hired for an 11-month, full-time paid internship in Washington, DC.
The Legislative Intern will report to NWF’s Legislative Director. He/She will assist the Legislative Director and other staff as needed in advocating for better conservation policy to congressional members and federal agency officials. He/She will monitor and analyze federal legislation and advocate for increased appropriations for programs of interest to NWF.
He/She will also assist the Legislative Director by: managing the congressional database (Congress Plus) and website (CRC); preparing and disseminating materials to Capitol Hill; researching policy issues; developing legislative target lists; setting up meetings with Members of Congress; working with the grassroots staff; coordinating some of the responsibilities of the entire intern staff; and performing administrative duties as needed.
Other key responsibilities include: drafting and editing congressional correspondence; grassroots activity organizing; attending Committee hearing and legislative markups; and some lobbying. Interns may be asked to assist with NWF events outside of their immediate department.
The Legislative Intern must be available to work a 40-hour weekly schedule. This position offers $10/hour plus core benefits. Applicant should be available to start in early September, 2011.
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