Graduate Public Policy Research Associate
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Walmart
Walmart is a global retail company with a presence in the US and 18 other countries. This job posting specifically relates to Walmart’s Global Public Policy (GPP) team, which is based in Bentonville, AR, and Washington, DC. The GPP team is responsible for identifying and addressing public policy risks and opportunities. Their goals include:
• Maintaining and expanding the company’s “license to operate.”
• Creating opportunities for its 2.2 million associates worldwide.
• Serving millions of customers globally.
• Building shared value within the communities it serves.
• Protecting and enhancing Walmart’s reputation.
Walmart’s vision is “everyone included,” emphasizing belonging and a diverse workplace culture. They believe that fostering an inclusive environment where all associates feel valued for who they are, rooted in respect for the individual, strengthens the business, improves customer service, and supports communities. Walmart aims to reflect the diversity of the US population and the countries where it operates. Walmart offers competitive pay and other benefits.
Job Description (Graduate Public Policy Research Associate)
This is a temporary associate position within Walmart’s Global Public Policy Team, specifically supporting the PolicyLab. The Walmart PolicyLab functions as an incubator for ideas at the intersection of the public, private, and non-profit sectors, focused on operationalizing Stakeholder Capitalism.
Position Summary:
The Graduate Public Policy Research Associate will work to conduct research and provide crucial logistical, research, and strategic support to both the Global Public Policy Team and the PolicyLab.
Duration and Location:
• This is a summer temporary associate position.
• Duration: 10 weeks, from June to August.
• Work Hours: 40 hours per week.
• Location: Fully onsite in Washington, D.C.
Key Responsibilities (What You’ll Do):
• Secure advocacy opportunities and manage logistics for engagements.
• Submit written reporting directly to Walmart executives.
• Carry out stakeholder mappings in various key issue areas.
• Contribute to complex and time-sensitive deliverables and programs.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and outreach.
Qualifications and Skills (What You’ll Bring):
• Educational Requirement: Candidate for a Masters degree in public policy or international affairs.
• Relevant Experience: Globally oriented work experience in business or international relations for sectors such as private companies, government, NGOs, trade associations, or similar organizations.
• Relationship Management: Experience in cultivating and managing stakeholder relationships with a strong emphasis on trust and integrity.
• Core Skills: Excellent research and communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Minimum Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in social science, government, international relations, or business.
Compensation:
• The hourly wage range for this position is $25.00 – $46.00.
• The actual hourly rate will meet or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
Primary Location:
• 80 M St, Se, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20003-3544, United States of America
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. They emphasize understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity—including unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas, and opinions—and being inclusive of all people, believing this helps them best serve associates, customers, and communities.
