Government Affairs Intern

Benefits Overview

CoBank interns get real-life exposure to the daily duties of their group. They spend the summer as a valued member of their respective team, learning business skills and assisting with a variety of projects that have an impact on the bank’s operations. An additional focus of the summer intern will be to complete a capstone project that will seek to add value to the team they are supporting. Remarkable Benefits Offered by CoBank Careers with a purpose Time-Off Package: 2 days of vacation; accrued sick time Competitive Compensation & Housing Stipend Hybrid work model: flexible arrangements for most positions Robust training and development with CoBank University Associate Resource Groups: creating a culture of respect and inclusion

Job Description

Application Deadline: This role will remain open until September 25 based on the volume of applications received. Please note that the deadline may be extended at the discretion of the hiring team. Eligibility: Internship applicants must be students with expected graduation dates between December 2027 and May 2029 (undergraduate or graduate) to be considered for this opportunity. Internship Dates Start Date: May 24, 2027 End Date: July 30, 2027

What You'll Do

Over your 10-week paid internship, our Government Affairs Intern will support our advocacy and corporate social responsibility initiatives by engaging in a diverse range of tasks. Your role will involve writing compelling Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) stories that resonate with Members of Congress in our District territory and align with CoBank’s CSR priorities. You will attend and report on Capitol Hill hearings, briefings, and events focused on agriculture, rural development, and rural infrastructure on behalf of CoBank, providing insightful updates and analysis. Your responsibilities will also include conducting in-depth research on relevant legislation and regulations and performing targeted analysis to bolster our advocacy efforts in