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Westwin Elements · 4 days ago

Government Affairs Intern

positionOklahoma City, OK
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Westwin Elements Inc is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. They are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented intern to support both Government Affairs and Strategic Operations, providing hands-on exposure to federal, state, and local stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

Research federal, state, and local legislation, regulations, and funding programs affecting critical minerals, manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure
Assist the Strategic Operations team in tracking critical path items across departments
Assist with cross-functional coordination between Government Affairs, Operations, and Executive leadership
Help maintain schedules, trackers, and documentation tied to key project milestones
Conduct targeted research to support decision-making on time-sensitive operational issues
Track policy developments and agency actions relevant to Westwin’s projects
Assist with briefing materials, policy summaries, and internal memos
Support coordination with government officials and external stakeholders
Maintain accurate records related to government engagement and correspondence
Assist with drafting communications and presentations

Qualification

Legislative processesPolicy researchMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Currently pursuing a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Business, or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred

Familiarity with legislative or regulatory processes
Interest in critical minerals, energy, manufacturing, or infrastructure development
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with senior leadership

Benefits

Exposure to real-world government affairs and strategic operations.
Experience contributing to projects with national security and industrial significance.
Mentorship from experienced professionals.
A clear understanding of how policy, operations, and capital intersect in major infrastructure projects.
Flexible schedule accommodating academics.

Company

Westwin Elements

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Westwin Elements is a supplier of nickel and cobalt that is essential to key applications.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.westwinelements.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$40.4M
Key Investors
Traxys S.A.
2025-07-23Debt Financing· $35M
2025-06-12Seed· $5.4M

Leadership Team

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Jeannie Bowden
Chief Project Officer
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Micah Sartin
Chief Development Officer
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Recent News

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