IN-26010 Policy and Government Affairs Spring 2026 Undergraduate Intern

IN-26010 Policy and Government Affairs Spring 2026 Undergraduate Intern

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington

# of Openings

Overview

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a n Undergraduate Policy and Government Affairs Spring 2026 Intern.

Overview

The Policy and Government Affairs department of the World Wildlife Fund is seeking part-time to full-time interns for policy research, analysis, and outreach. Given the diversity of issues that the Policy and Government Affairs (PGA) staff covers, research and analysis may entail working with legislation, regulations, and potentially court cases. By contrast, research, analysis, and support may include assessment of government agencies' roles, policies, and positions on issues relating to WWF's mission, or writing of brief materials about U.S. government agencies.

Outreach may entail covering congressional hearings and markups, and preparing and attending congressional, administration, and / or NGO coalition briefings. Subject matter will cover many of the issues in which WWF is involved, including biodiversity conservation (e.g., endangered species and habitat protection), natural resource management (e.g., fisheries, forestry, and agriculture), environment and security, climate change, and energy.

• Please note that WWF does not provide VISA sponsorship to interns. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired willbe required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Responsibilities

Research, writing & analysis on various topics which may include food and water security, foreign assistance, marine and fisheries issues, species / wildlife trafficking, climate change, and national security.

Legislative tracking and research.

Attend Congressional hearings and briefings, as well as NGO coalition meetings.

Outreach to Capitol Hill and the Administration on legislation and rulemaking.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.

Compensation :

Unpaid. For all unpaid internships, applicants must be enrolled in school and be able to obtain academic course credit from their university.

Location : Washington, DC

To Apply :

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.