Event Coordinator & Policy Researcher Intern
About The Position
Are you the "snack-obsessed" person in your friend group? Do you dream of turning your passion for snacks into something bigger… like a career? If you're a college student looking for a paid Spring 2026 internship, PIM Brands might just be your perfect match. This 8 week immersive spring internship opportunity at PIM Brands is designed for rising senior students eager to elevate their skills, gain hands-on experience, build lasting professional connections, and work with some of the most iconic and beloved brands out there, including Welch’s® Fruit Snacks. At PIM Brands, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Covered Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results - oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM Brands, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise. PIM Brands, Inc. is seeking bright, eager interns for our Government Affairs Department. We are looking for a Event Coordinator & Policy Researcher Intern interested in starting a career at our Washington D.C. location. Overview: Help plan and execute our annual PAC (Political Action Committee) trip to D.C. in April Research policy issues important to PIM Brands including trade, the federal sugar program, and FDA regulations Help develop supplier-based lobbying campaigns Help draft regulatory comment letters Help expand the company’s PAC participation
Requirements
- Rising Senior in college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or related field
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
- Strong business acumen and analytical ability
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and organization skills
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and bias for action
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Demonstrated personal and professional values
- Ability to prepare, organize and oversee details needed to run a successful event
- Self starter with a demonstrated ability to sometimes work independently and meet deadlines.
- Resourceful, self-motivated and flexible approach to problem-solving
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
- Have access to local housing and reliable transportation
- Be able to work during our 8 week program, which is a 20 hour week, beginning March 2,2026 through at least April 30, 2026
Nice To Haves
- Interest in federal government and public policy
- Knowledge of and passion for the Government Affairs business at PIM Brands
- Strong passion for and knowledge of the Food and CPG industry
- Leadership experience on or off campus
Responsibilities
- Help plan and execute our annual PAC (Political Action Committee) trip to D.C. in April
- Research policy issues important to PIM Brands including trade, the federal sugar program, and FDA regulations
- Help develop supplier-based lobbying campaigns
- Help draft regulatory comment letters
- Help expand the company’s PAC participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
