USDA - Forest Service
Brandon's internship involved working for the Presentations Branch in the division of Strategic Planning, Budget & Accountability of the Forest Service. This position was located in the Washington Office (Forest Service Headquarters) in D.C. The position involved responding to budgetary queries on previous years budgets and the current years budget from Hill staff, NGOs, and other parties. Other responsibilities included participating in the development of the Agency Request and Department Estimate for the out-year President's budget request. There were numerous other smaller assignments/tasks that were undertaken and performed during this internship as well.
Fields of Study:
Conservation Ecology
Organization:
USDA - Forest Service, Washington, D.C.
Employment Sector:
Government
Topic Areas of Internship:
Environmental Regulation/Policy - Budget Preparation/Planning
Duration & Dates:
5/21/2012-8/24/2012
Skills Gained:
Program Evaluation Skills, Budget Development/Implementation, Analytical Skills
Duties Performed:
Data Analysis, Due Diligence, Create Reports
How Student Obtained Internship:
Chief's Scholar Nominee
Paid or Unpaid?:
Paid
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