Government Relations Intern

Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Government Relations Intern in Washington, D.C. Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 153,000 + employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment.

You would be supporting Schneider Electric’s government relations strategy in Washington, D.C. by contributing to Schneider’s federal and state efforts on topics such as the future of clean energy, energy resilience, cyber-security, smart manufacturing, and climate/sustainability. Building upon Schneider’s significant US footprint and Schneider’s vision for de-carbonization, sustainability, and an all-electric world, the Intern will work to enhance Schneider relationships with key government officials and industry organizations to promote a business and policy environment that is more favorable to our growth objectives and our vision for sustainability and corporate responsibility. The role is based in Washington, D.C. and will be hybrid. The person fulfilling this role will be integrated into a small but vibrant and diverse team of government relations professionals where they will have an opportunity to take on more substantial work than a typical intern, gaining valuable experience in public policy, lobbying, and corporate strategy.

In this role, the intern will be responsible for internal and external activity, including the following:

· Policy and/or policy/comms experience

· Collating GR materials and developing GR ‘library’

· Creating and organizing GR collateral

· Development of important communications materials needed for government relations outreach

· Scheduling and attending virtual or in-person meetings with congressional staff on key policy issues

· Support event planning for local engagements

· Support research, policy, and position papers 

· Completion of stakeholder maps on key issue areas

· Support developing regular social media content relating to government relations policy issues and Schneider Electric’s policy priorities

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

This internship may be right for you if you are:

· Enjoy politics and policy issues

· Enjoy socializing and networking and facilitating connections

· Versatile to work in a small team as a contributor and self-starter

· Organized and good at helping others get organized

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Currently working on a degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Economics or Law, or similar

· Interested in a future career in law, government, or government relations

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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