Proof Alliance is Hiring a Public Policy and Advocacy Intern
The internship is to be used by an individual that wants to build their resume, receive a letter of recommendation, and gain experience with a nonprofit organization. The preferred length of the internship would be approximately January 2022 through May 2022. This is a temporary employment position at Proof Alliance and is not eligible for benefits. Proof Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
Part-Time Public Policy and Advocacy Intern
Location: Twin Cities Metro
Salary: $15.00/hour
Type: Paid Internship 10-15 hours per week
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Executive Director and other policy staff with work related to Proof Alliance’s statewide policy platform
- Assisting the Executive Director and other policy staff with work related to Proof Alliance’s 2021 Day at the Capitol Event
- Calling and scheduling appointments for advocates with their local representatives
- Advocate development & recruitment
- Attending legislative committee meetings or events and taking notes
- Directed policy research
- Meeting/event planning & coordination
Qualifications:
- Passion, energy and excitement for creating lasting change through policy initiatives
- Strong professional writing and communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to multitask while maintaining strong attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of the MN legislative process
- High proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Flexibility in dealing with the fluidity of the MN Legislative schedule
- Enthusiasm for working with FASD-specific policy needs
How to Apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to Jennifer Stieve, Director of Finance & Administration at jennifer.stieve@proofalliance.org. Please include “Policy Intern” in the subject line of your email. We will begin and continue interviewing on a rolling basis until a candidate has been selected. No phone calls, please.
