Government Relations Intern
The ASPCA seeks a dedicated, highly motivated, and passionate GR intern to, under direct supervision, become familiar with the role that the department plays in legislative and policy work and to assist with key projects that advance our goals. Based in Washington, DC, the internship will be a hybrid workplace model of in-office and work from home. The in-office work schedule will be determined by the intern’s manager or designee a week in advance, dependent upon Capitol Hill events and other office responsibilities. The intern should expect to work in the Washington, DC office a minimum of one day per week and a maximum of five days per week.
Responsibilities:
Interns will be given opportunities to:
- Help to manage and mobilize ASPCA GR volunteers on key initiatives
- Aid in tracking administrative regulations and laws pertaining to animals;
- Draft outreach and media communications and supporting documents
- Conduct legislative and issue research to assist regulatory, federal and state efforts;
- Attend Capitol Hill events, such as hearings and briefings;
- Attend and/or help organize coalition meetings and local events;
- Respond to information requests from ASPCA constituents;
- Attend internal strategy and staff meetings;
- Assist with miscellaneous office tasks and projects as needed.