• Job Description

  Req#: R-2151006

  Position Summary...

  About Federal Government Affairs: The Walmart FGA team, located in Washington, DC, plays a crucial role in aligning the company's corporate goals and business objectives with government policy. The team provides valuable input on strategic priorities for Government Affairs and serve as experts on legislative and political matters, ensuring that Walmart's interests are represented before Congress and the Administration. Additionally, we work towards maintaining and expanding the company's license to operate, creating opportunities for Walmart associates and customers worldwide, promoting shared value in the communities we serve, and
  safeguarding and improving Walmart's reputation.
  
  Walmart is seeking a paid, corporate intern, to provide research, logistical, project, and strategic support for our Federal Government Affairs team focused on legislation, public policy proposals, and local or national political developments relevant to the organization's mission. We are looking for one summer corporate intern, from June to August for a total of 9 weeks, 40 hours/week.

  What you'll do...

  • Attend Capitol Hill, agency, and think tank hearings and briefings.

  • Provide an overview of hearing/briefing outcomes.

  • Develop policy briefings, memos, and other communications.

  • Monitor and analyze the impact of new legislation, regulations, and policies on the organization.

  • Conduct research on pieces of legislation, public policy proposals, and local or national political developments relevant to the organization's mission.

  • Help organize and execute events or campaigns related to government affairs, such as lobbying days or activations.

  • Provide administrative support as needed, such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing materials for presentations or meetings and fly - ins.

  • Collaborate with other departments within organization to ensure alignment and coordination of efforts.

  • Contributing to complex and time-sensitive deliverables and programs.

  What you'll bring...

  • Interest in political science, public policy, or international relations.

  • Comprehension of the legislative process.

  • Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program at a recognized .College/University as a rising Junior or Senior, or a recent graduate or postgraduate student.

  • A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 Minimum Skills Required.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and verbal communication abilities, with aptitude for networking.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in researching, analyzing and presenting clear and concise reports independently.

  • Proactive with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving, combined with excellent organizational abilities and multi-tasking skills.

  • Proficient in PC applications, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Google Docs.

  At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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  You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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  For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .

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  Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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  Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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  For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart .

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  The hourly wage range for this position is $25.00-$46.00*

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  *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.

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  Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

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  Minimum Qualifications...

  Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

  Preferred Qualifications...

  Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

  Primary Location...

  80 M St, Se, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20003-3544, United States of America

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