Federal Affairs Legislative Intern

• Support the Federal Affairs team in advancing emission reduction and pro-environment legislation in Congress.
• Research key members of Congress, candidates, and existing legislation.
• Prepare fact sheets, backgrounders, member briefs, and scenario planning materials.
• Provide meeting support including note-taking and information gathering.

This internship helps build political will for bold climate policies, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions reductions necessary to avoid the worst consequences of climate change.

• Enrolled in or recent graduate of an undergraduate degree program.
• Demonstrated interest in public policy, climate change, or environmental advocacy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in Canva and Asana preferred.

Compensation: $18/hour or local minimum wage if higher. Part-time (15-20 hrs/week). Remote or hybrid in Washington, D.C.

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) works to create political will and bold policies to deliver greenhouse gas emissions reductions needed to combat climate change, focusing on areas like clean energy, environmental justice, and agriculture.