Regulatory Policy Internship – Washington, D.C.
Organization: Center for Effective Government
Position Title: Regulatory Policy Intern
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours & Compensation: Minimum of 20 hours/week. A monthly stipend of up to $500 may be provided.
Position Dates: Summer 2013.
Application Deadline: None posted.
Posted On: April 9, 2013.
Organization Overview:
For thirty years the Center for Effective Government has been working to build an open, accountable government that invests in the common good, protects people and the environment, and advances the national priorities defined by an active, informed citizenry. Our vision is one of a just and democratic society in which every individual can thrive.
The Center for Effective Government (formerly OMB Watch) seeks a Regulatory Policy Intern to work with its citizen health & safety team to advocate for common sense standards and public safeguards that protect our national economy, air and water quality, food and product safety, and workers’ and citizens’ health. The Center for Effective Government stands for a regulatory system that updates and enforces these standards and safeguards without excessive delay or undue influence from regulated industries.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring, research, and analysis of regulatory policy issues administered by the Office of Management and Budget. These include cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, retrospective review of regulations and other policies affecting health, safety and environmental regulation.
- Research into federal and state administrative law and regulatory policy.
- Writing and editing blog posts, articles, and other communications materials.
- Other program responsibilities as needed, including administrative and clerical tasks.
Interns have the opportunity to perform substantive work that positively impacts public policy. We anticipate assigning a significant research project to the regulatory policy intern, supervised by our staff. The policy intern will be expected to draft a research report for this project. Interns learn new skills and gain valuable professional experience with policy analysis, advocacy, and the nonprofit sector.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of, and interest in, U.S. public policy and governmental process. Preference will be given to graduate law, public policy, or public health students. Knowledge of administrative law and process is a plus.
- Ability to conduct research on complex health, safety and environmental topics and communicate the results of that research in a clear and concise manner.
- Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work independently.
- Available to work at least 20 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills.
- Self-motivated, with strong desire to make a difference.
- Reliable and well-organized, with effective interpersonal skills.
How to Apply:
Email a compelling cover letter, resume, and a writing sample (no longer than three pages) to Randy Rabinowitz, Regulatory Policy Director, at [email protected].
Contact Information:
Center for Effective Government, http://www.foreffectivegov.org
2040 S Street NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, D.C. 20009
