Legislative Intern

Legislative InternConservation Colorado Education Fund is seeking a Legislative Intern that will plan our annual legislative reception, support tracking of bills, draft and review letters stating the organization's position on legislation, and provide general support to our Government Affairs Team throughout the internship.Position: Legislative InternLocation: Denver, ColoradoTerm of Position: January - Mid-May 2027Work Schedule: Part-Time (10 hours per week) and flexible based on work/school scheduleCompensation: $25 per hourAbout Conservation ColoradoConservation Colorado is committed to protecting our climate, air, lands, water, and communities. Conservation Colorado's work to protect and advocate for the environment reflects our commitment to racial and social justice, particularly by ensuring that policy victories are shared by all Coloradans including Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC) and other frontline communities. We achieve these goals by organizing people and electing conservation-minded policymakers. We work closely with policy leaders, activists, and other organizations, and have built a reputation as one of the leading conservation advocacy organizations in the region. Within the organization, we aim to create a workplace culture of policies and practices that demonstrate how we value equity and inclusion.Primary ResponsibilitiesPlanning the annual legislative reception event in FebruaryTrack status and progress of legislationDraft and review letters describing organizational position for priority legislationAttend and/or listen to committee and House and Senate floor discussion of bills as well as partner meetingsPerform administrative tasks and duties as required and requestedQualificationsThe ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in state policy that results in protection of Colorado's climate, air, lands, water, and communities. This person should have a desire to learn about the state legislature, politics, and the creation of policy. Specific requirements include:Detail oriented and well organizedPersuasive writerCommitment to racial equityAdvancements of environmental justice principlesAbility to multi-task and manage short-term and long-term deadlinesStrong analytical skills for data managementInterest in environmental policyEvent management experienceWorking knowledge of Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google SheetsUnderstanding of environmental policy and Colorado specific conservation issuesSpanish/English bilingual is a skill we value, but is not a requirement.BenefitsThe Intern will earn $25 per hour. Upon conclusion of the internship, letters of recommendation may be provided upon request (and course credit as applicable). Intern will also gain direct experience working with seasoned and knowledgeable political and environmental professionals at one of Colorado's leading conservation organizations. The intern will have the opportunity to network at events throughout the course of the internship. Opportunities for full-time employment at Conservation Colorado do occasionally occur and interns are eligible to apply.Special Job RequirementsFlexible work hours, hybrid; some evening and weekend hours may occur. Opportunity to work in the office and join in person meetings on Thursday if schedule allows.We are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive organization and conservation movement to fully represent and engage all Coloradans and to build as powerful a movement as we can. Recruiting staff and volunteers that better reflect Colorado is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, geographies, political affiliations, and all other identities represented in Colorado or protected by law.How to ApplyIf this job speaks to you, please submit a cover letter & resume and answer a few questions. If you have a disability and need accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.