Policy & External Affairs Intern

Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Overview:

USA Rare Earth is seeking a Summer Intern to join our Washington, DC office. This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated undergraduate student to gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, including marketing and branding, communications, and finance. The intern will work directly with senior leadership, including the Chief Global Policy Officer and members of the executive team, to support a variety of cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate is curious, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable navigating a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities shift and projects span multiple business areas.

This is a paid, in-person internship based in Washington, DC for the summer of 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support marketing and branding initiatives, including content development, research, and assistance with internal and external communications materials

- Provide general project support to the executive team, including research, scheduling support, and coordination of follow-ups

- Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to support strategic initiatives

- Help prepare presentations, reports, and other materials for internal and external audiences

- Take on ad hoc projects across departments as business needs evolve

Knowledge, Skills &Abilities:

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn across diverse subject areas

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Strong attention to detail and follow-through

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort learning new tools

- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism

- A team-oriented mindset and positive, can-do attitude

Minimum Requirements:

- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university

- Interest in marketing, communications, finance, business, or a related field

- Available to work in person in Washington, DC for the duration of the summer

- Authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, move, sit, carry, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, lift, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel, and talk and hear. May be required to lift and move boxes or packages not exceeding 20 pounds in weight. Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may be required.

Work Environment:

The work environment will be an office environment. Noise level: Normal office noises

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required of personnel so classified. Reporting relationships may not reflect the most recent changes to the organization.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact People & Culture, people@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.