Government Affairs Intern Ducks Unlimited, Inc 6 reviews - Washington, DC $11.25 an hour - Internship Ducks Unlimiteds Governmental Affairs Office in Washington, D.C. is seeking qualified individuals for the Spring semester. The position is responsible for assisting professional staff in promoting public policy initiatives affecting wetlands, waterfowl and agricultural conservation and related habitat. Our interns gain valuable Capitol Hill and nonprofit experience through supporting efforts to educate Members of Congress on the positive effects of conservation legislation. Additionally, interns benefit from a close-knit office environment where they have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of projects pertaining to public policy, administrative work, and policy research. The internship is paid or available for school credit. Typical working hours are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Internships typically last a semester, but may be extended depending on the quality of work. Applicants should be extremely motivated workers, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, possess above average computer skills (graphic design experience is a plus), and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Knowledge of wildlife conservation, wetlands, congressional process, and/or agriculture policy and practices is encouraged. Work emphasis will be in communications and the legislative process. Job Type: Internship Salary: $11.25 /hour 4 hours ago - save job