Job Description We’re looking for someone to help us with our government affairs and policy work in Washington, DC. The internship will pay $12 per hour, and we are looking for someone who is available 20-30 hours per week. Duties include: 

• Monitoring news sources to identify articles of interest to the organic sector, and summarizing those weekly
• Researching and writing white papers and one pagers on issues of importance to the organic sector
• Researching organic representation on government boards and helping to develop a strategy to increase that representation
• Joining the planning team for the upcoming Organic Policy Conference
• Helping to implement a congressional engagement strategy through outreach, visits, etc.

 Recommended Experience/Skills: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong research skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to think outside of the box and identify innovative solutions to problems
• Excellent organization skills
• Must show initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently
• Must be self-motivated and have an energetic personality
• Ability to work as part of a team of colleagues both in DC and across the country

  Compensation this position is How to apply DeadlineNovember 15, 2014