Government Affairs Spring 2027 Internship

Ducks Unlimited • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited seeks a motivated college student or recent college graduate to work in its Washington, D.C. office during the Spring 2027 session, starting in January. The intern will support all aspects of the office’s public policy priorities, including policy and fundraising events, legislative tracking, Congressional hearings, and coalition and partner meetings. The role contributes to governmental affairs and policy efforts that support the organization’s habitat mission. This is a seasonal internship and does not offer benefits or a 401(k).

Requirements

• An active college transcript, or a bachelor’s degree if the applicant is a college graduate; political science, natural resources, agriculture, or a related field is specified.
• Familiarity with, or a keen interest in learning about, Congressional and federal regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of and interest in wildlife, water resources, waterfowl, agriculture, Ducks Unlimited, and/or outdoor recreation-related conservation issues.
• Critical-thinking practice and willingness to learn.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite.
• Highly organized and able to manage several tasks at once without extensive supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with logistics for Ducks Unlimited events in Washington, D.C., including advocacy fly-ins, Capitol Hill banquets, receptions, and other events.
• Support the governmental affairs team by scheduling Congressional and Administration meetings, conducting policy research, and providing general support for public policy activities.
• Assist with the daily administration and organization of the Washington, D.C. governmental affairs office.
• Help develop internal and external communications, including press releases.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for internal and external meetings, prepare materials, and complete meeting follow-up tasks.
• Provide staff support to Ducks Unlimited’s volunteer Public Policy Committee.
• Support lobbying efforts by developing, implementing, and tracking policy-related information.
• Track legislation, attend Congressional hearings, and represent Ducks Unlimited at coalition and partner meetings when necessary.
• Perform other office duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern