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Legislative Affairs Intern - LEGDC-2025-6i
Legislative Affairs Intern - LEGDC-2025-6iNJ Department of Environmental Protection • Trenton, NJ, US
Legislative Affairs Intern - LEGDC-2025-6i

Legislative Affairs Intern - LEGDC-2025-6i

NJ Department of Environmental Protection • Trenton, NJ, US
29 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Title :

  • Legislative Affairs Intern Posting Number :  LEGDC-2025-6i Closing Date :  November 3, 2025 Start Date :   February 9, 2026 End Date : May 1, 2026 Existing Vacancies : 2 Location : 401 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625   Internship Hours Per Week : up to 35 hours per week (5 days per week)   Hourly Rate : Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($18-$23 Per Hour)   Program :  Office of Legislative Affairs   Program Description :   The Office of Legislative Affairs is responsible for aiding the Commissioner, Governor’s office, Federal office, and the Legislature through the dissemination of information, coordinating meetings, conducting site visits, organizing, and attending conferences and conducting research on issues related to DEP and legislative matters.
  • The Office assists in the resolution of problems and concerns between legislative entities and the department.

Project Description :

  • The Legislative Affairs Intern will work closely with the director and staff on various projects, researching and tracking specific bills, recording issues in the legislative tracker, attending meetings and taking notes (virtually), drafting response for referrals, and other special projects in regard to legislative work assignments.
  • Specific to the Position :

  • Strong written communication skills and has experience researching and working on legislative bills.   Preferred Area of Study : Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university / college studying Political Science, Environmental Science, Law, or Environmental Law.   License : Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.   Employee Benefits TES / Hourly employee benefits include : Earned Sick Time
  • Pursuant to the State / Department's policy, procedures, and / or guidelines.   Residency : All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52 : 14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".    Authorization to Work : Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
  • Note :

  • The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.    Veteran's Preference : To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference / status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs.
  • Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below.
  • For more information, please visit https :

  • / / nj.gov / military / veterans / services / civil-service / preference /   SAME applicants : If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above.
  • For more information on the SAME program, please visit https :

  • / / nj.gov / csc / same / overview / index.shtml , email SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call CSC at (609) 292- 4144 and select Option #3.
  • Equal Opportunity Employment :

  • The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form .  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.  DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4 : 00 p.m. deadline on the closing date.
  • When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.
  • The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce.
  • We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

  • Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.
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