Research & Policy Internship—International Program

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Food & Water Watch is a leading consumer advocacy organization that runs dynamic, cutting edge campaigns that challenge the corporate control and abuse of our food and water resources, empower people to take action and transform the public consciousness about what we eat and drink.  Since 2005, we have won significant victories to protect our food and water. Our work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, 60 Minutes, CNN and other major media outlets.  For more information check out our website at www.foodandwaterwatch.org.

We are currently seeking interns interested in fighting for safe food, clean water, and healthy oceans. Internships are available in our collegial office environment during any of the following terms.

Spring, Fall: This position may be full- or part-time (~15 hours per week minimum). Spring dates are January-May. Fall term dates are September – December.
Summer: This position is full-time and runs for 10 weeks during May-August. Small stipends may be available for summer interns.

The international intern will work directly with members of the international team to provide information, analysis and written materials to support Food & Water Watch campaigns. 

Responsibilities may include:

* Research both corporations and government to help our team craft reports, briefing papers, and articles for the general public, media, NGOs, elected officials and government agencies.

* Assist researchers with data collection, synthesis, and analysis.

* Research emerging issues to move campaigns forward.

* Writing popular education blogs about our international campaigns.

* Lobbying Congress on international policy issues

* Some administrative support (less than 10%)

Requirements:

Strong interest in Food & Water Watch issues and demonstrated commitment to social change; strong verbal and written communication and time management skills; sense of humor and ability to work well in a team.  Experience in academic and corporate research is a plus, as is a background in any of the following: international development, environmental science and policy, agriculture and natural resources management, food and nutrition, economics, political science.  Students currently pursuing a master’s degree are strongly preferred. Knowledge of Spanish is mandatory, French and/or Portuguese are also an asset. 

How to Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and availability to internships(at)fwwatch(dot)org, fax to (202) 683-2501, or mail to:

Food & Water Watch

Attn: Intern Coordinator

1616 P St NW

Suite 300

Washington, DC 20036

Please indicate in your cover letter that you are interested in applying for the International Research & Policy Internship.