Entry Level Public Policy Associate (DC Based)

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities for the Privacy and Public Policy Associate will be: • Support Facebook's public policy and communications activities. • Monitor and analyze legislation, regulation, and policies related to the company. • Draft policy related materials including briefings and talking points. • Research policy areas of interest to the company. • Support outreach to Government, Congress, non‐profit organizations, and other entities. • Research and develop policies and communication related to online safety, security, and privacy. • Partner with senior team members on a wide range of projects. • Assist in organizing events including trainings and educational outreach.

Skills:

 Ability to commit up to 40 hours per week in our Washington D.C. office. • Previous internship or professional experience in policy, research, communications, or government preferred. • Demonstrated interest in politics, public policy, and technology. • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Ability to think, plan, and execute resourcefully. • Experience in the Internet technology industry a plus. • Passion for Facebook and online communication a must!

Education:

• Pursuing a BA or graduate degree in business, law, political science, public policy, international relations, communications, journalism, or equivalent.