Law Intern

Company: Weyerhaeuser
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

Weyerhaeuser's Advocacy and Philanthropy team works to shape policy at all levels of government and oversees the company's Giving Fund and other philanthropic programs. Our team engages with elected officials and stakeholders to be part of the solution to key public policy issues. We also lead efforts to align Weyerhaeuser's external policy priorities and objectives in ways that strengthen our business units. We support Weyerhaeuser's operating areas by making grants from our Giving Fund, implementing our THRIVE program to strengthen rural communities and partnering with workforce development organizations. We are seeking a summer intern who is passionate about government relations and policy or community relations and corporate philanthropy. Our summer intern will have experience in each of these functions. Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills, loves working with a dynamic team, is skilled at juggling priorities, and is an outstanding communicator. A demonstrated interest in forestry or the forest products industry is helpful. Someone who is fascinated by the political process, eager to learn the intricacies of policymaking and the potential impacts on our company, eager to help us support our communities and nonprofit partners and willing to grow with a team of professionals will succeed in this role. We will depend on our intern to be responsible, reliable, quick, and accurate, and be a team-player with a can-do attitude and willingness to help on a variety of projects and assignments. This position will work remotely and travel, as needed, to Weyerhaeuser locations and state legislative, regulatory or congressional meetings, provided you are currently based (or are planning to move to) one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia. This role is not open to those who live in other states or countries. Weyerhaeuser will provide you with a laptop, desk phone and monitors to set up your home office as needed. This internship is from mid-June to early or mid-August; intern is expected to work 30-35 hours per week. The position will report to the Head of Federal Government Affairs and will support other members of the Advocacy and Philanthropy team. Responsibilities: Conducts research, analyzes proposed policy (both legislative and regulatory) and monitors policy development on issues of importance to the company Conducts research to support philanthropic programs; helps identify key partners Helps prioritize community needs to determine giving strategies Monitors legislative meetings/public hearings and circulating meeting notes Generates briefing materials regarding policy and legislation Drafts periodic government affairs reports and shares them internally (both verbal and written); helps create advocacy materials Researches and analyzes potential grant opportunities for Weyerhaeuser communities Assists with the management and solicitation efforts for Weyerhaeuser Political Action Committee (WPAC) and helps facilitate and staff WPAC events Provides miscellaneous support to regional and federal team, as needed With a Weyerhaeuser team member, engages with Congressional or state legislative elected officials on key issues Represents Weyerhaeuser at meetings at federal, state and local levels Attends trade association meetings and takes meeting notes Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in political science, public policy, communications, business, forestry, natural resources or related; preferred rising junior level or higher Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work within a team environment while contributing individually High level of initiative and motivation High level of integrity around confidential and proprietary information Excellent planning and organizational skills with attention to detail Ability to read and summarize legislation and proposed regulations Preferred: Knowledge of the political process Technically savvy, with expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Comfort with virtual communication and collaboration tools Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check Eligible to work in the U.S. Resume and cover letter are required for consideration Compensation: We are targeting a pay range of $23 - $26 per hour based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. About Weyerhaeuser We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team. Employment Type: Internship

Keywords: Weyerhaeuser, Lakewood , Law Intern, Other , Seattle, Washington