Legislative Intern

The Voice of Texas Agriculture. Texas Farm Bureau is a membership organization that is committed to successfully advancing the public policy interests of farmers and ranchers. The intern will work in theTexas Farm BureauState Legislative Office(locatedin Austin, Texas)during the 2027Regular Session of the Texas Legislature.In this role, theywillwork closely with the Government Affairs team to support legislative initiatives that advanceTexasagricultural producersand rural communities.In doing so, they willgain valuable experience in the legislative process andsee the impactofmembershiporganizations. Theinternwill alsohave the opportunity toassistwith the Texas Agriculture Council (TAC) throughout the legislative session, enabling them to maximize networking opportunities and develop lasting professional connections within Texas' legislative and agricultural advocacy communities.TACis a collaborative network of agricultural advocacy organizations that coordinates policy and advocacy effortsandfacilitatesinformation sharingon issues affecting the agricultural community. This roleprovidesan opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the state legislative process. Creating an opportunity for exposure to public policy, state government, and advocacy, while building professional skills. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY Researching high-profile legislative and policy issues shaping the future of Texas agriculture. Tracking legislation and monitoring committee hearings, legislative meetings, and policy developments at the Texas Capitol. Creating briefing materials, presentations, and advocacy resources used to engage legislators, stakeholders, and agricultural leaders. Writing bill summaries, policy briefs, and legislative communications, including content for Texas Farm Bureau's weekly Austin Newsletter. Utilizing legislative tracking tools and databases to provide real-time updates and support strategic advocacy efforts. Providing support to the Texas Agriculture Council (TAC) by coordinatingand preparing materials forweekly meetings, managinglogistics, and scheduling guest speakers. The guest speakersinclude but are not limited tomembers of the Legislature, legislative staff, stakeholders, and industry professionals. Maintaining TAC legislative bill tracking reportsandassistingwith the implementation of TAC action items. Preparing materials for weekly TAC meetings andspecial events, promoting agricultural issues and priorities among legislators and staff Performing other duties as assigned. MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS Availability to be in Austin, Texas during the duration of the regular session of the 90thTexas Legislature(January 12, 2027-June 4, 2027). Practical knowledge of production agriculture and rural issues Current undergraduate student or recent graduate Good organizational skills Ability and willingness to learn and extend skills Good oral and written communication skills Interest in public policy issues, including but not limited toagriculture,property rights, environmental regulations, water policy, preferred PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Repeated use of PC, telephone, and office machines. Extended periods of sitting and concentrating. Occasional bending, twisting, crouching, pulling, pushing and reaching in an office environment. Occasional lifting and moving items weighing up to 30 lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS Occasional long, irregular work hours. Travel as required. Work to be conducted in office environment owned or leased by company Texas Farm Bureauis an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V). #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Farm Bureau - Insurance Agents