Government Affairs Fellow Internship with Mines Advisory Group

Position Title: Government Affairs Fellow

Reporting to: Government Affairs Deputy Director

Location: Washington, DC

Duration:  3 months

Compensation: $3,000 stipend (prorated, $1,000 per month)

About MAG/MAG U.S.:

Mines Advisory Group (MAG) is an international humanitarian nongovernmental organization and joint winner of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize, with a mission to save lives and build safer futures by clearing landmines and unexploded ordnance from countries that have experienced conflict. We are the leading implementing partner of humanitarian mine action programs for the U.S. State Department, also working with USAID, the Department of Defense, and many other global donors. Our vision is a safe future for men, women, and children affected by conflict and insecurity. 

About the role:

MAG U.S. is looking to hire an intern to support its policy and advocacy work and is seeking candidates looking to gain experience in government affairs for international development nonprofits. This position is based in our Washington, DC office, which is currently operating on a hybrid remote and in person schedule. Ability to work in-person at our Washington, DC office two days per week is preferred. Timing and hours of the internship are flexible, with a strong preference for availability in March and April. Stipend is prorated for the length of the internship, to be paid in $1,000 installments at the beginning of each full month worked. Metro transit costs are also covered. Supervisor will also provide necessary support for academic credit, if requested.

The Government Affairs Fellow will support engagement with U.S. policymakers, particularly Congress, in order to inform, update, and educate policymakers on MAG and the broader impact of the Department of State’s office of Weapons Removal and Abatement (PM/WRA), and the US Army’s Humanitarian Demining Research and Development (HDR&D) program. This will likely include:

• Supporting direct engagement with policymakers, mostly in Congress
• Producing internal and external communications about MAG’s programs and developments in the sector
• Conducting research on Congress, politics, and legislation
• Supporting outreach efforts to other policy audiences, such as think tanks.

What we’re looking for:

·       Deep commitment to MAG’s vision, mission, and values, and the ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.

·       Interest or experience in Congress and government relations.

·       Interest or experience in policy research.

·       Interest or experience in advocacy writing/communications.

·       Interest or experience in foreign affairs and/or international development.

·       Ability to work independently.

·       Strong writing skills.

·       Strong academic background in related field (International Relations, Political Science, Regional Studies, Public Policy).

·       Experience with Microsoft Office tools (specifically Word and Excel).

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit the following documents to dave.bloom@maginternational.org

·       Resume

·       Cover Letter (preferably describing what attracts you to the role and how it incorporates into your professional ambitions)

·       Writing sample (any subject)

Please use the subject line “Government Affairs Fellow - [your name]”

Applications are due by 5pm ET on Monday December 31, 2023. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States

Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.