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American Geophysical Union · 1 day ago

Intern, SP&GR Legislative (50859)

positionUnited States
timeInternship
remoteRemote
seniorityIntern
money$17.95/hr - $17.95/hr

The American Geophysical Union (AGU) supports a global community of professionals and advocates in the Earth and space sciences. The intern will gain practical experience in advancing Earth and space science policy, focusing on legislative advocacy and supporting the planning of science policy events.

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Responsibilities

Monitor congressional hearings, briefings, and other key policy developments related to AGU’s policy priorities
Summarize relevant science policy news and legislative updates for AGU staff and members
Conduct background research on bills, agency actions, and policy trends affecting Earth and space sciences
Draft letters to policymakers, memos, talking points, and fact sheets reflecting AGU’s priorities
Help shape advocacy messaging that connects science to real-world solutions
Prepare materials for meetings with congressional offices and federal agencies
Support the planning and execution of high-impact events, including science policy workshops, congressional briefings, and congressional advocacy days
Assist with logistics, outreach, and follow-up to ensure successful engagement
Join team meetings and contribute to inter-departmental projects
Engage with AGU’s external partners and support science coalition initiatives

Qualification

EarthSpace sciencesLegislative process understandingResearch skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyWriting skillsVerbal communicationLegislative toolsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

At least Two+ years of coursework towards a bachelor's degree in Earth or space sciences
Proficiency in research, writing, and verbal communication skills
Professional interpersonal skills to interact with AGU members and policymakers
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines
Organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, internet browsers, and web search engines

Preferred

A Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D
Familiarity with legislative tracking tools (e.g., Congress.gov, Quorum) or science communication

Benefits

We offer work-life balance- We are a remote-first organization, with flexible work hours.

Company

American Geophysical Union

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AGU galvanizes a community of Earth and space scientists that collaboratively advances and communicates science.
dateFounded in 1919
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size51-200 employees
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https://www.agu.org

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Janice Lachance, JD, FASAE
Interim Executive Director and CEO
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Mark Shimamoto
Vice President, Global Outreach and Partnerships
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