About the role#
The Texas Farm Bureau is hiring a Legislative Legal Intern to support our Government Affairs team in Austin during the 2027 Regular Session of the Texas Legislature. This role offers hands-on experience with the legislative process, legal research, and policy analysis. You will work directly with our staff to advance initiatives that support Texas agriculture and rural communities.
What you'll do#
- Research proposed legislation, regulatory matters, and issues affecting agriculture.
- Track, review, and analyze bills throughout the legislative process.
- Prepare bill summaries, policy analyses, and briefing materials for staff and leadership.
- Draft legislative correspondence, member communications, and content for the weekly Austin Newsletter.
- Monitor committee hearings, legislative meetings, and other Capitol proceedings.
- Assist in developing legislative strategy by preparing testimony, presentations, and advocacy materials.
- Draft legislative amendments, bill language, and legal memoranda.
- Collaborate with legislators, staff, stakeholders, and industry leaders.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current 2L or 3L law student.
- You must be available to work on-site in Austin, Texas, from January 12, 2027, through May 31, 2027.
- Knowledge of production agriculture and rural issues is required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle time-sensitive tasks.
- A willingness to learn and grow your professional skills.
- Interest in public policy areas like property rights, water policy, environmental regulations, and administrative law is preferred.
- Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Austin, Texas.
- The term runs during the Winter 2027 session.
- This position requires the use of office equipment and may involve occasional travel or irregular work hours.
- You may need to lift or move items weighing up to 30 lbs.
About Texas Farm Bureau
Texas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit organization based in Waco, Texas. It represents farmers and ranchers across the state. The group focuses on agricultural advocacy, journalism, and education programs. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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