Food Policy Intern

Friends of the Earth•Washington, DC

About The Position

Friends of the Earth is seeking an intern for its Climate-Friendly Food campaign, a project of the Food & Agriculture Program. This campaign works to reduce consumption of industrial animal foods, grow market and policy support for regenerative, grass-fed and organic meat and dairy, and support a rapid and large-scale shift towards plant-forward, climate-conscious procurement, sustainable diets, and regenerative agriculture. The intern will become an integral member of the dynamic Food and Agriculture Team and gain valuable skills and experience in research, strategic campaign development, online and traditional media communications, corporate and non-profit engagement, and public outreach, education and organizing on the cutting edge of environmental advocacy. This position will introduce the intern to a wide range of colleagues in environmental, social justice and legislative arenas. The intern will work in government, corporate and non-profit circles and has the opportunity to become familiar with how these different entities work. Friends of the Earth is made up of a group of smart, creative, and enthusiastic individuals with a relaxed and friendly office culture.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in environmental studies, public policy, political science, communications, public health, or a related field (or equivalent lived, volunteer, or work experience).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to conduct research and synthesize information.
Interest in environmental advocacy, food systems, and climate policy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Nice To Haves

Experience through coursework, internships, student organizations, or volunteer activities related to advocacy or policy.
Familiarity with environmental or food justice issues.
Experience creating digital communications or outreach materials.
Experience supporting events or community engagement activities.
Familiarity with Airtable

Responsibilities

Conduct research and summarize findings that support campaign priorities.
Assist with policy analysis and development of advocacy materials.
Monitor emerging issues relevant to climate-friendly food policy.
Support outreach to coalition partners, community organizations, and stakeholders.
Assist with grassroots engagement activities and campaign mobilization.
Participate in coalition and community meetings.
Draft and update outreach materials for digital and print platforms.
Assist in developing blogs, social media content, and advocacy communications.
Support preparation of public-facing materials such as letters, op-eds, press releases, and public comments.
Coordinate logistics for meetings, webinars, briefings, and advocacy events.
Provide administrative and project support to help campaigns stay organized and on schedule.
Assist with documentation, meeting notes, and follow-up activities.