International Affairs and Trade Policy Intern

Westwin ElementsOklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The International Affairs and Trade Policy Intern supports Westwin’s federal and international strategy to shape trade policy and build international coalitions that strengthen U.S. critical minerals supply chains. The intern supports real work tied to active policy and engagement.

Requirements

  • Active-duty service member approved for SkillBridge
  • Strong writing ability with emphasis on clarity and brevity
  • Ability to translate complex issues into actionable recommendations
  • Background or interest in: International affairs, Political science, Economics, Intelligence, logistics, or strategic planning (military experience counts heavily)

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Trade policy or economic analysis
  • Indo-Pacific, Latin America, or Africa regional exposure
  • Federal agency coordination
  • Familiarity with tariffs, supply chains, or international relations

Responsibilities

  • Supporting live federal and international engagements
  • Preparing leadership briefing materials
  • Drafting external-facing documents (letters, memos, talking points)
  • Tracking policy movement and translating impact to Westwin
  • Track international trade and policy developments impacting nickel and critical minerals
  • Produce decision-ready analysis (not summaries)
  • Support USTR, State, and Commerce engagement preparation
  • Build stakeholder maps across foreign governments and trade bodies
  • Identify risks and opportunities in global supply chains
  • Assist in drafting: Policy memos, Congressional materials, International engagement briefs
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