DMV Food Truck Association

The DMV Food Truck Association is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization that exists to enrich and promote the regional food truck industry by serving our members and engaging the community. The FTA has been fighting for food truck entrepreneurs and small businesses since 2010 and today represents more than 100 members across the DMV.

The Public Policy Intern works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to advance the FTA’s legislative agenda by implementing multi-faceted campaigns that includes earn media, field activities, fundraising, lobbying, and social media. The intern will work in all jurisdictions where the FTA represents members with a focus on food truck policy in Northern Virginia. Working with the Executive Director, responsibilities include:

Monitoring and reporting legislative agendas and calendars in multiple jurisdictions.
Writing policy briefs for internal and external communications.
Drafting materials such as sign-on letters to elected officials and lobby kits.
Planning and coordinating outreach to elected officials.
Assisting with developing partnerships with community groups, businesses and residents.

Must be enrolled in a public policy, law or political science program.

Required - Analytical Writing