About the role#
Westwin is seeking a Government Affairs Intern to support policy research, legislative monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. This role is for students interested in government, public policy, national security, or energy.
What you'll do#
- Track legislation, hearings, agency announcements, and policy developments related to critical minerals, manufacturing, energy, trade, and national security.
- Research government funding programs and policy initiatives relevant to company projects.
- Prepare policy summaries, briefing materials, and background research.
- Draft correspondence, talking points, fact sheets, and presentations.
- Research congressional offices, agencies, industry associations, and community organizations.
- Maintain contact lists, meeting notes, trackers, and follow-up calendars.
- Assist with coordinating meetings, site visits, conferences, and community events.
- Attend hearings, webinars, and meetings to summarize key developments.
- Support document preparation for funding applications, public comments, and government requests.
- Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate project information for policy audiences.
What you'll need#
- Strong research and writing abilities.
- Clear communication and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Interest in government, policy, national security, or energy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Preferred majors include Political Science, International Relations, or other related fields. Students from any major with strong research and writing skills are encouraged to apply.
Location & details#
- Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Compensation: 15 USD per hour.
About Westwin Elements
Westwin Elements operates as a nickel refinery based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It produces Class 1 nickel to support domestic supply chains and reduce reliance on foreign imports. The company maintains a focus on ethical sourcing and ESG standards. It currently employs between 51 and 200 people.
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