The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) is the national trade association representing the corn refining industry of the United States. CRA and its predecessors have served this important segment of American agribusiness since 1913. Corn refiners manufacture sweeteners, starches, advanced bioproducts, corn oil and feed products from dent corn.

CRA also administers the Plant Based Products Council (PBPC), an organization launched in 2019 that represents companies manufacturing or using non-food products and materials made from renewable, plant-based inputs.

Four internships are available for the Fall 2024 term (listed alphabetically):

Communications
Environment and Food Policy
Government Relations
Trade

What You Will Learn

• CRA values its interns and endeavors to provide a learning experience that advances your career development and expands your professional network.
• Interns may also be asked to support additional CRA committees based on the current needs of the association.
• Interns assist with various projects throughout their time at CRA. Successful interns are enthusiastic about working on a wide variety of tasks in a fast-paced, team environment.

Qualifications

• The Internship Program at CRA is designed for recent university graduates and graduate students. College seniors and juniors performing at an exceptional level will also be considered. Candidates holding or working towards a degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Agribusiness, or related areas of study have academic backgrounds highly relevant to this internship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, with an ability to prioritize multiple time-sensitive assignments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint).

Additional Details

• CRA has a hybrid work environment. Staff work remotely Monday and Friday and work in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Certain weeks throughout the fall will be conducted fully remotely. You will need to have a personal computer, secure internet connection and a landline or cell phone.
• The Internship Program at CRA is a paid position, with interns earning $20 per hour. If you would like to receive academic credit in addition to or in lieu of wages, please consult with your department head or academic advisor.
• The term of the internship is August-December 2024.
• In general, we anticipate that interns will work full-time during their term of employment at CRA. However, CRA is open to accepting candidates who would work less than full-time, about 25-30 hours per week, so they may take classes. This arrangement also offers a flexible internship opportunity for students enrolled full-time at a DC-based institution.
• No benefits are provided.

To Apply

Visit https://corn.org/about-cra/careers/ for additional information about each specific internship availability.

Corn Refiners Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.