Plastics Policy and Government Affairs Spring 2027 Undergraduate Intern

World Wildlife Fund, Inc. • Washington, DC

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is seeking a Spring 2027 undergraduate intern for its Policy and Government Affairs department. The internship supports policy research, analysis, and outreach, primarily focused on plastics and recycling policy. Work may involve legislation, regulations, court cases, government agencies’ roles and positions, and preparing written materials about U.S. government agencies. The intern may also cover congressional and state legislative hearings and markups, and prepare for and attend briefings and meetings with congressional, administration, NGO coalition, and other external stakeholders.

This is a hybrid internship based in Washington, DC. The role may be part-time or full-time depending on the student’s class schedule and availability. It is unpaid, and interns must be enrolled in school and able to receive academic credit. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate program and not have received a degree by the internship start date in January 2027.
• Must be able to receive academic credit from the current academic institution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Able to work part-time or full-time depending on class schedule and availability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for developing internal and external working relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in domestic U.S. conservation policy matters and willingness to learn federal and state policymaking processes.
• Applicants must include a cover letter stating weekly availability, Spring 2027 location, and the number of hours they can work from WWF’s DC office.
• Align with WWF’s core values of courage, integrity, respect, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Studies in relevant areas such as physical or life sciences, public policy, American government, or political science; students in other fields are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, writing, and analysis on various topics, primarily plastics and recycling policy.
• Track and research legislation at federal and state levels.
• Attend congressional and state legislative hearings and briefings, in person or virtually, as well as NGO coalition and other external meetings when needed.
• Conduct outreach to Capitol Hill and the Administration regarding legislation and rulemaking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed