Policy & External Affairs Intern

USA Rare Earth, LLC • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

USA Rare Earth is seeking a Summer Intern to join our Washington, DC office. This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated undergraduate student to gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, including marketing and branding, communications, and finance. The intern will work directly with senior leadership, including the Chief Global Policy Officer and members of the executive team, to support a variety of cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate is curious, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable navigating a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities shift and projects span multiple business areas. This is a paid, in-person internship based in Washington, DC for the summer of 2026.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university
• Interest in marketing, communications, finance, business, or a related field
• Available to work in person in Washington, DC for the duration of the summer
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn across diverse subject areas
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort learning new tools
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• A team-oriented mindset and positive, can-do attitude

Responsibilities

• Support marketing and branding initiatives, including content development, research, and assistance with internal and external communications materials
• Provide general project support to the executive team, including research, scheduling support, and coordination of follow-ups
• Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to support strategic initiatives
• Help prepare presentations, reports, and other materials for internal and external audiences
• Take on ad hoc projects across departments as business needs evolve

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees