Summer 2018 Government Affairs Internship with Bechtel

Requisition ID: 200140

Under general supervision, provides support to project personnel in the areas of accounting, general business, finance, research, personnel, or related non-technical fields.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in monitoring federal legislation and regulations as they affect Bechtel's domestic and/or international business. Performs research and assists in the compilation of background information on specific legislative and business issues. Assists representatives of the Bechtel Washington Office as required with research on respective branches and agencies of the federal government and the U.S. Congress.

This requisition is for a summer intern position located in Washington, D.C.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Student enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university in –
- Business (includes Business Management, Economics)
- Mass Communications (includes Public Relations, Marketing, Public Affairs)
- International Studies (includes International Relations, International Affairs)
- Law School (includes Public Policy)
- Political Science

- Completion of at least 9 months of full-time university studies by June
- Must be able to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Proficient in computer applications and operating systems
- Advanced skills in written and oral communications. If selected for an interview the applicant must provide two writing samples
- Knowledge of United States government and politics

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
- Proficient research experience
- Previous internship experience
- Proficient written and oral communications skills
- Applicant should demonstrate teamwork, strategic thinking, problem solving, strong interpersonal skills, initiative with professional discipline, motivation, and the desire to continually learn.

Read more and apply here.