Website The Ferguson Group
The Ferguson Group, LLC (TFG), headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a bipartisan government relations consulting firm. We represent the largest number of local governments of any firm in Washington, D.C. TFG offers a unique internship program allowing dedicated individuals the opportunity to learn and work directly with the firm’s grants or lobbying divisions on a wide variety of substantive issues that impact local governments. Our areas of expertise include federal grant funding, water and natural resources, community and economic development, workforce development, public health, education, environmental issues, public utilities, land use, law enforcement and public safety, transportation, and housing.
Qualifications
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Preferred candidates have focused their undergraduate or graduate studies on political science, public policy/administration, economics, environmental sciences, or related disciplines. All candidates must have strong writing and verbal skills and have an interest in government relations and/or working with public agencies and local communities. Work performed by TFG Interns requires that the successful candidate be an academically inclined, quick learner who enjoys, and is proficient at, in-depth research. A background in economics, environmental issues, transportation, utilities, water issues, and/or grant writing is strongly desired. Proficiency in Microsoft suite programs, Adobe, and internet applications is necessary.
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We prefer serious applicants able to intern forty hours a week. This position can be based in Washington, D.C. or remotely throughout the United States. Interns receive a competitive hourly wage.
Additional Information
TFG’s Internship Program is different from other internships in numerous ways. Our entrepreneurial work environment provides the space and opportunity for independent, responsible self-starters to gain experience in government relations while contributing to our firm’s grants and lobbying efforts. TFG professional staff specialize in a wide variety of issue areas and understand the range of perspectives from Capitol Hill to local municipalities. We create a challenging and interesting experience for our interns. Yet, our “small firm” environment enables an intern to experience a range of federal policy issues that impact local communities.
Application Process
Use the link to complete the online application.
To apply for this job please visit www.thefergusongroup.com.