Public Affairs Specialist

6 days ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Corteva Full time
Government and Industry Affairs Intern

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Government and Industry Affairs team as an intern in Washington, D.C.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth research on legislative and regulatory developments related to agriculture, seeds, and crop protection.
  • Assist in developing and executing advocacy strategies by tracking relevant legislation, attending hearings, and participating in meetings with government officials and industry partners.
  • Collaborate with the government and industry affairs team to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Capitol Hill staff, agency personnel, trade associations, and grower organizations.
  • Monitor emerging issues and trends within the agriculture sector and prepare briefings and updates for internal stakeholders.
  • Support the planning and execution of events, meetings, and briefings, including logistics and materials preparation.
  • Collect and analyze data related to policy and advocacy efforts, helping to identify areas for improvement and refinement.
Requirements:
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in political science, agriculture policy, public affairs, or a related field.
  • Candidates must be enrolled in classes the semester following their internship with Corteva.
  • Must be able to relocate to Washington, D.C. for the duration of the internship.
  • Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 10-12 weeks during the timeframe of internship (typically May to August).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong research and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Interest in agricultural policy and government affairs.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of the legislative process and government structures is a plus.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated.

Corteva provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job.



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