Advocacy Intern (Appropriations)

Job Title: Advocacy Intern
Location: Washington DC - 2-3 days per week in the D.C office
Duration:  January 27th – April 18th
Job Type: Part-time, 10-15 hours per week
Salary: D.C. minimum wage ($17.50 per hour)
Reports to: Head of Congressional Affairs & Strategic Engagement

About Us:

The HALO Trust (USA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization specializing in the removal of landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW), with projects in 30+ countries and territories employing over 12,000 people. HALO’s Washington, DC office works with government partners, international agencies, foundations, and private donors to increase awareness of the impact of landmines and ERW on post-conflict communities and to raise funds to support HALO’s teams working overseas.

About The Job:

The DC office is seeking an enthusiastic intern for the winter who is interested in US politics and international affairs to support HALO’s Congressional engagement. The primary responsibility of this position will be to support HALO’s efforts to influence the Congressional appropriations process, by collecting all necessary information and procedures from Congressional offices related to appropriations requests, and reporting these to the Congressional affairs team. The successful completion of this project is critical to ensuring HALO achieves its strategic objectives and to provide funding for global demining efforts. The advocacy intern will also support other elements of direct Congressional outreach and grassroots advocacy efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collecting appropriations request forms and related contact information/procedures from Congressional offices and reporting these to the Congressional affairs team.
• Drafting and submitting appropriations request forms and accompanying documents to Congressional offices.
• Helping to promote grassroots advocacy campaigns and recruit new digital supporters to HALO’s network.
• Representing HALO in virtual meetings and events with Congressional offices and stakeholders.
• Supporting the planning and implementation of virtual and in-person events.
• Assist with data management and mailings. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of professional experience (including internships) and must hold US citizenship. Applicants should possess a positive attitude and be highly organized, flexible, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in Congressional advocacy, non-profit work, and international affairs. We are looking for the following:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• A strong work ethic
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Comfortable calling Congressional offices
• Prior experience conducting Congressional advocacy or working in a Congressional office is a plus

What’s in it for you?

The position offers valuable insight into working in advocacy, Congressional relations, the non-profit sector, and humanitarian work. In particular, the intern will gain a deep understanding of the Congressional appropriations process. This internship will provide the opportunity to conduct direct and meaningful work that will significantly impact the department’s ability to achieve goals and will make a difference in the lives of families across the globe.

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply, please submit a PDF copy of your resume (no more than 2 pages) and cover letter (no more than one page) by January 12th 2025. Please note if there is a sufficient caliber of applicants, we reserve the right to close the role early.

Your cover letter MUST detail why your academic/professional experiences will enable you to successfully complete some of the specific tasks in the key responsibilities listed above.

Applicants must be a US citizen.

For more information about The HALO Trust, please visit our website at www.halotrust.org.

The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is both diverse and inclusive and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring that it provides a safe and trusted environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare and wellbeing of anyone who comes into contact with, or is part of, the Charity, with a zero-tolerance approach to behaviors which challenge this.