2024 Summer Internship

U.S. Beet Sugar Internship Opportunity:

Position Description

The U.S. Beet Sugar Association (USBSA) is seeking an intern for Summer 2024. The intern will assist USBSA lobbyists through research on government policies that impact farmers, cooperatives, and the food industry. This position includes analyzing trade policy, markets, agricultural policy, environmental policy, farm income and taxes. Interns will be asked to write reports and summaries of briefings or meetings. This position will provide exposure to the legislative process, working with federal agencies, and networking opportunities.

Requirements

Candidates should possess an interest in agriculture and government relations. Candidates should have the ability to collect and analyze data, conduct issues-based research, and write reports. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and a willingness to work as a team player. The ideal candidate would be a junior or senior level student pursuing a degree in agriculture, economics, or public policy.

Compensation

This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of $17.50. The intern is expected to work 37.5 hours each week. The internship will last 10 weeks from June – August with flexible start and end dates. The internship is located in Washington, DC and interns are responsible for their own travel and housing expenses.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter, resume and up to two writing samples to usbeet@beetsugar.org. Applicants should specify their areas of interest, how this internship will further their progress toward career goals, and how their background provides them the knowledge and abilities to excel in this internship. Applications received by March 15 will be given first consideration. Questions can be directed to Laurel Mills, Director of Operations, at usbeet@beetsugar.org.