Political Affairs Internship

Responsibilities

• Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
• Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
• Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
• Aiding in fundraising efforts by creating a personal fundraising campaign and meeting targets.
• Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
• Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
• Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

Requirements

• No prior experience is necessary.
• Potential candidates should be passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs.

Qualifications

• Open to all students and professionals.

Skills

• Public speaking skills.
• Outreach and networking abilities.
• Strong writing skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a difference in the world.
• College credit available for those interested.

Pay

Unpaid internship.

Schedule

Part-time 12 hours per week, 12 week duration.

Benefits

• Flexible start date based on availability.