Government Affairs And Sustainability Intern

We're seeking a Government Affairs and Sustainability Intern who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America.

Job Title: Government Affairs and Sustainability Intern | Req ID: 17909 | HR Contact: Elizabeth P BIRMINGHAM | Location: Washington DC Ofc DC

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Amrize offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products, and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future, we need people who are passionate about sustainability, driven to shape and influence perception, and keen to build, grow, and thrive in our high-performance culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking a Government Affairs & Sustainability Intern for Summer 2027 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity, and keen to grow, learn, develop, and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning June 1, 2027, based in Washington DC.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As a Government Affairs & Sustainability Intern, you will work closely with our Public Policy and Corporate Sustainability teams, helping to track public policy, monitor regulatory exposure, and advance our business-aligned advocacy strategy:

• Policy & Legislative Tracking: Assist in monitoring federal, state, and local legislation, focusing on priority issues such as building codes, packaging Extended Producer Responsibility, energy efficiency, and resilience-focused incentives.
• Trade Association & Coalition Support: Help evaluate trade association investments, track engagement across external partners, and support the alignment of public policy initiatives with corporate priorities.
• Sustainability & Market Access Research: Conduct research on emerging building standards, cool roof mandates, decarbonization policy, and market access dynamics affecting sustainable building materials.
• Stakeholder Briefings & Messaging: Assist in drafting policy briefs, position papers, and executive reporting materials to help communicate regulatory risks and opportunities to leadership.
• Skill Application: Utilize research, analytical, and written communication skills in day-to-day operations while collaborating with leadership to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your project outcomes and learnings directly to our executive leadership team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic students who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Public Policy, Political Science, Sustainability/Environmental Science, Economics, Business, or a similar field.
• Strong academic performance and a keen interest in environmental policy, sustainable manufacturing, or corporate government relations.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Exceptional written, research, and oral communication skills.
• High energy, proactive problem-solving abilities, and an analytical approach to complex policies.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• Work Environment: You will be working in an office environment.
• Transportation: You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the worksite.
• Travel Requirements: You may need to travel for site tours, legislative hearings, or intern events throughout the duration of your internship.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP

• Industry Experience: Gain hands-on exposure to corporate sustainability and government relations strategy within the heavy construction materials sector.
• Professional Development: Benefit from 1-on-1 mentorship and tailored leadership training throughout the summer.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you'll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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