PIM Brands · 11 hours ago
Event Coordinator & Policy Researcher Intern
Washington, DC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $22/hrPIM Brands is a leading company in the snack and confectionery industry, seeking bright interns for their Government Affairs Department. The Event Coordinator & Policy Researcher Intern will assist in planning events, researching policy issues, and developing lobbying campaigns while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic office environment.
Food and BeverageManufacturingSnack Food
No H1B
Responsibilities
Help plan and execute our annual PAC (Political Action Committee) trip to D.C. in April
Research policy issues important to PIM Brands including trade, the federal sugar program, and FDA regulations
Help develop supplier-based lobbying campaigns
Help draft regulatory comment letters
Help expand the company’s PAC participation
Qualification
Required
Rising Senior in college/university, pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or related field
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Strong business acumen and analytical ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organization skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Effective problem-solving skills
Self-motivated and bias for action
Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Demonstrated personal and professional values
Ability to prepare, organize and oversee details needed to run a successful event
Self starter with a demonstrated ability to sometimes work independently and meet deadlines
Resourceful, self-motivated and flexible approach to problem-solving
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Have access to local housing and reliable transportation
Be able to work during our 8 week program, which is a 20 hour week, beginning March 2,2026 through at least April 30, 2026
Preferred
Interest in federal government and public policy
Knowledge of and passion for the Government Affairs business at PIM Brands
Strong passion for and knowledge of the Food and CPG industry
Leadership experience on or off campus
Company
PIM Brands
PIM Brands is a manufacturer of chocolate and non-chocolate confections and other delicious snack foods.
Founded in 1979
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carlos Velasco
Chief International Officer PIM Brands INC
Jeff Brown
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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2025-11-01
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