EDF - Environmental Defense Fund
Location: Washington, DC
With world attention on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. By focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches, we tackle urgent threats with practical solutions. We are one of the world's largest environmental organizations, with more than two million members and a staff of approximately 700 scientists, economists, policy experts, and other professionals around the world. We operate in 22 geographies with unique projects running across four programs. You will be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and results are a way of life.
Poitional Summary:
The intern will focus on the development of federal agriculture policy including research that identifies economic incentives for farmers to adopt climate smart agricultural practices. This candidate will also assist with day-to-day team legislative functions for the EDF Political Affairs team, such as tracking hearings, floor action and bills, and work closely with EDF political affairs staff to educate Members of Congress and their staff about EDF priorities.