Job Announcement: Federal Fiscal Policy Internship - Employment Opportunities

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Published: 02/20/2008

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Job Announcement: Federal Fiscal Policy Internship

OMB Watch's Federal Fiscal Policy program is seeking a full- or part-time intern to work supporting program staff on a wide range of activities and duties including legislative and policy analysis, short and long-term policy research, editing and writing short reports, hearing summaries, newsletter articles, and talking points, attending relevant congressional hearings, policy briefings, and coalition meetings, website maintenance, administrative support, and other tasks as assigned.

While the position is unpaid, OMB Watch is a small organization, allowing interns to gain first hand experiences and take on significant responsibilities related to a number of different aspects of policy analysis and advocacy within the broader DC nonprofit community. This is a great opportunity for individuals seeking to enter the nonprofit advocacy world or those interested in the development of public policy.

Desired Qualifications Applicants should have completed at least two years of college in any field of study (graduate students are strongly encouraged to apply). Excellent writing, critical thinking, and communications skills are necessary, and enthusiasm and dedication to public policy and advocacy preferred. Also, good computer skills including web experience a big plus.

Application Information Applicants should have a strong interest in politics, economics, and/or public policy. To apply, send cover letter (w/ dates of availability & available time per week), resume, and short writing sample to:

Federal Fiscal Policy Internships
OMB Watch
1742 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Fax: 202.234.8584;
Email: cjennings@ombwatch.org

Summer Deadline: April 15 or until filled.

About OMB Watch:
OMB Watch is a nonprofit research and advocacy organization dedicated to promoting government accountability and citizen participation in public policy decisions. This mission centers on four main areas: the federal budget; regulatory policy; public access to government information; and policy participation by nonprofit organizations. For more information, see OMB Watch's web site at http://www.ombwatch.org.