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Public Policy / Government Affairs Intern

Tales of the Cocktail

Posted 10/13/23

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3500 N Causeway Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70002

Inactive
Internship
Entry level
Hospitality and Tourism
In Person

Job Description

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Internship Program offers interns an opportunity to use and develop research skills within the framework of public policy development in a nonprofit setting. The Public Policy/Government Affairs Intern will assist our Government Affairs Manager in the development of a long-term public policy agenda, as well as learn to assess and identify opportunities for growth within the Foundation.  

At the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, interns will experience the process of policy development and implementation in a nonprofit sector. 

This internship will be primarily remote with the opportunity for onsite engagement in New Orleans for meetings and events. We will work with you to accommodate additional school and/or job obligations. Cover letter submissions are required. 

This is a paid internship; pay rate is $10/hour.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Assist Government Affairs Manager research advocacy materials and publications, including but not limited to regulatory comments, memos, policy papers, and association materials.
  • Assist in strategic research and planning for business, financial, and creative development 
  • Assist in independent policy research projects
  • Attend meetings with stakeholders and potential sponsors
  • Analyze research data and create reports or summaries as needed
  • Administrative duties may include meeting coordination, assisting with agenda planning, and note taking
  • May perform additional projects upon request

Timeline

The Government Affairs Internship will begin in January 2024 and conclude in August 2024, with an expected commitment of 8-10 hours of work per week through the duration of the internship. There be an opportunity to discuss a continuation of the role from August through December 2024.



Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Policy Research
  • Strategic Planning
  • Written Communications Skills

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About Tales of the Cocktail

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ABOUT TALES OF THE COCKTAIL FOUNDATION

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization, which is the global leader in spirits education as well as a platform to address issues facing the industry. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation aims to be the global voice of the drinks industry. As a local, national and international non-profit organization, the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation platform seeks to act as a catalyst to Educate, Advance and Support the communities we touch.

TOTCF hosts annual events, Tales of the Cocktail® and Tales on Tour, which engage our Foundation initiatives while gathering the global drinks industry. Founded in 2002, Tales of the Cocktail® has grown from an annual walking tour of historic New Orleans cocktail bars to the world’s premier cocktail festival. Each year, the international drinks industry is welcomed to New Orleans for a week of seminars, tastings, networking, and special events. With hundreds of opportunities developed specifically for bartenders, distillers and other bar and spirits professionals, Tales of the Cocktail® is the industry’s annual meeting place for the exchange of new ideas, products and techniques.

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation produces a traveling event called Tales on Tour which brings our namesake event to different cities. Additionally, the Foundation supports the Cocktail Apprentice Program--an exclusive mentorship program for up-and-coming bartenders; distributes industry-focused grants; curates Beyond the Bar programming; and produces the Spirited Awards Dame® and Hall of Fame®. Please visit our website to learn more, talesofthecocktail.org.