Internship Openings

A Horizontal Rule

Office of Congressman John Carney - Fall 2013 (5-9-13)

Description

Congressman Carney's office is seeking interns for its Wilmington and Georgetown offices. The position would require about 10-15 hours per week during the semester. Although the position is unpaid, we do cover parking and are flexible with scheduling because we know that classes should be the students’ first priority. We will also work with the students’ counselors to arrange course credit for their internship.

To apply

Applications are due Friday, May 31st. Interested students should email or mail a copy of their resume and a cover letter to:
Albert Shields, Senior Press and Policy Advisor
233 North King Street, Suite 200
Wilmington, DE 19801
albert.shields@mail.house.gov

Ready for Hillary Super PAC – Summer 2013 (4-24-13)

Description

The Ready for Hilary Super PAC will be hosting students from around the country during the summer of 2016 at their headquarters in Arlington, VA. The campaign office is on the DC Metro and students will be able to access it easily. Internships will all be campaign related in one of the following areas:

To apply

Interested students should contact Ron Schneider at ron@readyforhillary.com or visit the Super PAC website at www.readyforhillary.com

White House Office of Presidential Correspondence - Fall 2013 (4-24-13)

Description

OPC handles incoming mail on behalf of President Obama. From private citizens and civic organizations to elected officials and foreign heads of state, our office receives and responds to the amazing variety of messages the President receives each day. Our office is also responsible for sending ten of these letters to the President each day, allowing him to stay in touch with what is happening across our Nation and to respond to writers personally. OPC handles more than just the incoming mail. The White House Comment Line provides the President with rapid-fire feedback over the phone from the American people. Our Gifts Office handles and catalogues gifts sent to the First Family, while our Agency Liaison unit works with agencies across the Executive Branch to help solve problems constituents are having with the Federal Government.

To apply

Interns work for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, U.S. citizens, and currently enrolled in or within two years of a degree seeking program. Interested students should email their resume and a statement of interest to OPCAssociate@who.eop.gov. The program lasts from September 3, 2013 through December 13, 2013. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and the final deadline to apply is May 5, 2013.

New Era Colorado - Summer 2013 (3-21-13)

Description

This summer, we're offering a fulltime summer fellowship program in Denver to train the next generation of young leaders to create change in their communities. The Democracy Fellows will learn to lead, organize, and advocate for the issues they are passionate about, and can receive need-based stipends for their participation. They'll learn from the best in their fields in Colorado how to write field plans, craft a media strategy, build relationships with volunteers, and more.

Contact

More information is also available on their website at http://neweracolorado.org/democracyfellows/

White House Internship Program - Fall 2013 (3-11-13)

Description

The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office of the President and engage them in public service opportunities.

To apply

A complete application includes: short answers, two essay questions, a one-page resume, and two letters of recommendation. The deadline to apply for the fall program is April 7, 2013.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.whitehouse.gov/internships

fuseGap Campus Ambassador (3-11-13)

Description

fuseGap is a political/educational Silicon Valley web startup that’s making it cool to be informed. We’re funded, growing quickly, and are looking to rapidly add elite college students to our campus ambassador team. Duties include:
- Identifying and partnering with knowledge sources (such as nonprofits) that need to promote awareness
- Leading campuswide user testing & outreach campaigns
- Expanding fuseGap’s community of socially conscious leaders
- Providing feedback about the product roadmap

The position is initially unpaid, but high performers will be offered a monthly stipend. Top performers may be offered a paid (cash + potential equity) summer internship at our Silicon Valley headquarters.

To apply

Please email a resume and description of why you want to work for fuseGap to facts@fusegap.org. We are taking applications on a rolling basis, but due to high volumes earlier applications will likely have an advantage.

Senator Tom Carper - Wilmington Office (3-9-13)

Description

Senator Carper is now accepting applications from students interested in serving as interns in his Wilmington office during the upcoming Summer session. For those looking for a unique experience and an insider's look into the political process, this program presents an opportunity for both. Senator Carper's internship program is a great way to receive college credits while gaining hands-on work and political experience.

Our interns interact with Senator Carper, his staff and constituents daily. Delawareans are given preference.

The internship application can be found on Senator Carper’s website at the following address: http://www.carper.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/internshipprogram. The application packet requires the application, a cover letter, resume, letter of recommendation, and a writing sample.

Contact

The application deadline for the Summer semester is March 31, 2013.
Please submit your application packet to Mr. Brad Simon
by e-mail to: interncoordinator@carper.senate.gov
by mail at: Office of United States Senator Thomas R. Carper,
301 North Walnut Street, Suite 102L-1, Wilmington, DE 19801-3974
or by fax to (302) 573-6434.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Simon directly at (302) 573-6291.
Further information is available on Senator Carper’s website: http://www.carper.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/internshipprogram.

Grassroots Campaigns – Assistant Canvass Directors (3-6-13)

Description

Grassroots Campaigns is currently hiring Assistant Canvass Directors to run field campaigns on behalf of issue based organizations like Oxfam America, ACLU, The Nature Conservancy, and the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Grassroots Campaigns is looking to interview top students to join our teams as Assistant Canvass Directors! There is no better time to get involved and shape the next generation of activists that will take this country in a more progressive direction and see change on issues that matter now. Positions last through August of 2014. Campaign hours can run 80-100 hours per week, including work on weekends.

Salary/Benefits:
Annual salary for Assistant Canvass Directors begins at $24,000. Staff may opt into our health care plan (PPO). Paid training, vacation and sick days are included; student loan assistance is available.

Timing and Location:
Positions are available beginning post-graduation, in cities nationwide (MA, NY, PA, IL, NM, MO, NC, CO, CA, WA, OR, TX, FL and Washington, D.C.). Ask Caroline for details.

To Apply:
Contact Caroline Yates at (336) 337-1039 or cyates@grassrootscampaigns.com Please visit our website, www.grassrootscampaigns.com, for more information about current and past campaigns.

Arab American Institute in Washington, DC - Summer 2013 (3-4-13)

Description

The Arab American Institute in Washington, DC is seeking interns for Summer 2013. In addition to assignments at AAI, we place summer interns in other organizations in Washington, including advocacy groups, the national political parties, government agencies, and organizations that focus on Middle Eastern affairs. 2012 Interns were offered positions at the US Department of State, the office of Congresswoman Karen Bass, the Democratic National Committee, the Institute for Policy Studies, Churches for Middle East Peace, and others.

To apply

For more information and to apply, students should check out the website at: http://www.aaiusa.org/page/s/2013-summer-internship-application
The deadline for applications is April 5th, 2013.

Equality Delaware – Spring 2013 (1-30-13)

Description

The primary focus of the internship will be working on the 2013 campaign to win marriage equality in Delaware. Equality Delaware is the leading organization working to ensure and promote dignity, safety, and equality for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Delawareans. Interns will assist field staff with public education, community outreach, and fundraising, and they will receive training in political communication basics.

Interns will get on-the-job training and work experience in a variety of campaign skills. Hours can be somewhat flexible, but 10 hours a week is typical. Internship activities will primarily take place at our Newark satellite office and around campus.

Contact

Interested applicants should email resumes and cover letters to Bill Humphrey at Equality Delaware (williamh@udel.edu, 302-409-0755 ) no later than 5 PM on Monday 2/11 for consideration. Interviews of applicants will be held on campus on the afternoon of Tuesday 2/12.

Senator Tom Carper - Wilmington Office (12-20-12)

Description

Senator Carper is now accepting applications from students interested in serving as interns in his Wilmington office during the upcoming Spring session. For those looking for a unique experience and an insider's look into the political process, this program presents an opportunity for both. Senator Carper's internship program is a great way to receive college credits while gaining hands-on work and political experience.

Our interns interact with Senator Carper, his staff and constituents daily. Delawareans are given preference.

Contact

The application deadline for the Spring semester is December 31, 2012.
Please submit your resumes to Mr. Ted Prettyman
by e-mail to: interncoordinator@carper.senate.gov
by mail at: Office of United States Senator Thomas R. Carper
301 North Walnut Street, Suite 102L-1, Wilmington, DE 19801-3974
or by fax to (302) 573-6434.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Prettyman directly at (302) 573-6291
Further information is available on Senator Carper’s website: http://www.carper.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/internshipprogram.

Office of Pacem in Terris (spring semester, summer, fall) (12-18-12)

Description

Pacem in Terris (Latin for "Peace on Earth"), a 45 year old, independent, member-supported, non-profit peace and justice organization based in Wilmington is looking for interns to work in their office. The position, for the time being, is unpaid, and would be for approximately 10 - 20 hours per week. It would start as soon as possible and continue through late April or early May. Opportunities include a number of research projects and managing the organization's online media presence.

Research projects include the development of a "Peace Dashboard" similar to the Earth Dashboard (see http://www.earthdash.org/index.php), and the "price of peace" (see http://www.bigpicturesmallworld.com/war-peace/index.shtml) Additional opportunities include working on abolishing the death penalty in Delaware, and the "Wilmington in Transition" project.

To apply

Students should send their resume and a cover letter to Medard Gabel, Executive Director of Pacem in Terris. There is no deadline for applying, but the sooner the better as we can only take a few interns. Applications can be submitted to mg@depaceminterris.org

National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations' Washington, DC Summer Internship Program June 3–August 9, 2013 (12-18-12)

Description

vInterns are placed with one of over a dozen Near East and Arab world-related organizations in Washington, D.C., where they are expected to work 35-40 hours/week. Interns take part in twice weekly seminar sessions designed to provide them with greater depth of knowledge about the Arab world, to underscore the cultural, economic, and political diversity of Arab states, and to explore the intricacies of Arab-U.S. relations. Interns receive a behind-the-scenes look at many of the central institutions of federal government, national security policymaking, international diplomacy, and international business.

To apply

Complete an application form available at http://ncusar.org/programs/13-NCUSAR-Summer-Intern-Program-Application.pdf Applications must be mailed and received by March 1, 2013.

Office of Congressman John Carney (spring semester) (11-9-12)

Description

Congressman Carney's office is looking for interns to work in their Wilmington office and their Georgetown office. The position is unpaid, and would be for approx. 15-20 hours per week, lasting from the beginning of the spring semester through late April or early May. Duties include assisting with meetings and events, constituent and press requests, and managing the Congressman's print and online media presence.

To apply

Students should send their resume and a cover letter to the Congressman's Delaware Press & Policy Advisor, Albert Shields. The deadline for applying is Friday, November 30th. Interviews will be conducted the following week and applicants will be notified of the final decision by December 14th. Applications can be submitted to albert.shields@mail.house.gov or faxed to (302) 428-1950.

Capital Semester (Washington D.C., Spring 2013) (10-9-12)

Description

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies, Capital Semester combines substantive internships, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by policy experts. This fast-paced, fifteen-week residential program provides undergraduate students from around the world with opportunities to gain the edge in today’s competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand. Competitive placements with government agencies, congressional offices, public policy groups, international affairs organizations and nonprofit organizations.

To Apply

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the deadline of November 1, 2012. There is a substantial amount of scholarship funding available, and awards are made based on financial need and merit.

For more information and an online application, please visit our website www.DCInternships.org/CS or contact Dana Faught, Recruitment and Admissions Manager at dfaught@tfas.org or 202-986-0384.

Wade for Senate (10-2-12)

Description

Campaign interns wanted for Kevin Wade, Republican candidate for Senator in Delaware. Interns will make telephone calls from headquarters or home; knock on doors and distribute literature; maintain inventory of supplies, drive the candidate to speaking engagements and other events, and other duties as required.

Interns must be available to commit 3 to 4 hours minimum per week until November 6th when the polls close.

To apply

Please call Paula Hutchison, Scheduler for Kevin Wade, at 302-378-2463. http://wadeforussenate.com

Republican Scott Unruh's State Senate Campaign (9-26-12)

Description

Republican Scott Unruh's State Senate Campaign is looking for interns to participate in lit drops, door knocking, event planning, poll staffing, calling and much more. Experience in politics is not required but a sincere desire to learn and work hard is. We offer community service hours, internship experience and references, internship credits for those who qualify and the possibility for employment in Dover after election season.

To apply

Interested candidates should email Scottunruhforsenate@gmail.com with contact information and availability.

Volunteer for Work for Progress (Full time, in Colorado) (9-19-12)

Description

Work for Progress is a grassroots group in Colorado campaigning for President Obama's re-election. Volunteers will build grassroots campaign experience by identifying, persuading and mobilizing hundreds of thousands of voters to get to the polls on Election Day. While working in our offices across the state you will build staff management experience and learn the political organizing skills that it takes to win campaigns.

Stipends and Reimbursement

Volunteers with requisite leadership skills will receive a $91/wk stipend, plus up to $30/day for reimbursing housing and up to $30/ day for reimbursing food.

These volunteers may also quality for a travel award depending on the length of time they can be on the campaign: if they come for four weeks or more, we’ll pay for round trip; if they come for three weeks, we’ll pay for their return trip; if they come for less than three weeks, they will receive stipends and housings and food reimbursements, but will be responsible for their own travel.

To apply

For more information or to apply: Call (303)801-0580 or fill out an application at www.workforprogress.org

Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship (9-10-12)

Description

A highly-competitive national program that provides college and grad school graduates the opportunity to work in Washington, DC, with one of more than two dozen participating public-interest organizations focusing on international security issues. The fellowship is offered twice yearly, in the spring and fall. It lasts from six to nine months and provides a salary, health insurance, and travel costs to Washington.

Scoville Fellows may undertake a variety of activities, including research, writing, public education, and advocacy in support of the goals of their host organization and may attend coalition meetings, policy briefings, and Congressional hearings. Fellows have written articles, blogs, fact sheets, letters to the editor, op-eds and reports, organized talks and conferences, and been interviewed as experts by the media.

To apply

There is no application form; application requirements are listed on the website (www.scoville.org), as are links to the websites of each of the participating groups and information on the work of current and former Scoville Fellows. The next application deadline is October 1, 2012 for the spring 2013 fellowship. All U.S. citizens, as well as non-U.S. citizens living in the U.S. who have an appropriate work permit, are eligible to apply; foreign nationals living outside the United States are not.

Choose Your Stance LCC (9-8-12)

Description

Chooseyourstance.com is a non-partisan website that simplifies current political issues into a language that college students and young professionals can understand.

Internship opportunities include: writers, ambassadors, PR and marketing, I.T. (computer coders), political pundits, and pollsters.

To apply

For specific information and to apply go to: http://chooseyourstance.com/internshipsvolunteer/

Delaware Right to Marry Political Action Committee (9-4-12)

Description

Delaware Right to Marry is one of the leading organizations advocating for the passage marriage equality for same-gender couples in Delaware. At least two student interns are sought to assist with data processing, political communications (including social media), events, and get-out-the-vote efforts this fall semester. Interns will receive on-the-job training and work experience in a variety of campaign skills.

Location and office

The Newark office is several minutes walk west of the UD campus. Hours can be somewhat flexible, but 8 hours a week for about 15 weeks (i.e. 120 hours for 3 credits) is typical.

To apply

Submit a cover letter and resume as soon as possible to Statewide Director Bill Humphrey, at director@delawarerighttomarry.com.

Matt Denn for Lieutenant Governor (8-31-12)

Description

The Lieutenant Governor's re-election campaign is currently looking for one or two interns to assist with his campaign. Interns would work for around 10 hours per week in the New Castle office and be involved in all aspects of the campaign.

Contact

Interested students should contact Campaign Manager Stephanie Swain directly at stephanie.swain@mattdenn.com.

Kovach for Congress (8-29-12)

Dates: 08/29/12 - 11/06/12

Description

The Kovach for Congress campaign is now looking for enthusiastic and hardworking interns and/or volunteers as we move forward with this election season. Tom Kovach, the current New Castle County Council President, is running for Delaware's lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives against the incumbent John Carney.

Contact

We ask that all students interested in a fall internship with the campaign please send an updated copy of their resume to Annie Brejwa - annie@kovachforcongress.org.

National Endowment for the Humanities (8-24-12)

Position: NEH Fall 2012 Internship Program

Description

Tasks may include managing invitation and RSVP lists, drafting briefing memos, managing our web presence, conducting outreach to Congressional offices, and communicating with presenters and VIPs.

Interns must possess strong writing and communication skills, and have a passion for the humanities. Interns must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner, and be professional and detail-oriented. Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter is preferred. We are looking for a commitment of at least 3 full days a week.

Contact

To apply, send a resume, short writing sample, and cover letter to Claire Noble at cnoble@neh.gov. Application materials are due by August 24th, 2012.

Regional Director - Volunteer (8-10-12)

Location: Telecommute
Duration: Minimum of 6 months
Hours: 4-6 hours per week
Function: Advocate for the world's poor.

Key Responsibilities

Details

Regional Directors operate independently from home and maintain contact with The Borgen Project's Seattle office. Regional Directors sign a 6-month contract. The position is volunteer based and is roughly 4-6 hours per week. Directors attend a conference call every Monday evening.

How To Apply

To apply, send your resume to ops@borgenproject.org.

Delaware Nature Society - Fall 2012 (8-8-12)

Position: Advocacy Education and Outreach Internship

General Description

The main focus of the internship is expanding the Society's Advocacy outreach and education opportunities through social media website materials, and education opportunities with school children. The intern will work with the Advocate to promote policy initiatives' (s) that will be reflected on the DNS website, Facebook, "Voice It!" alerts, and Twitter pages. Additional opportunities include presentations to school children, summer campers, etc that the intern will develop and promulgate. The remainder of the intern's experience is flexible, with possible options including: accompanying Advocate to General Assembly, public hearings, and other public events; researching and writing a newsletter article on an environmental or advocacy related issue.

Minimum qualifications: A rising senior or graduate student; political science, communication, education or policy background preferred; strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Contact

For more information or to submit a resume with cover letter, please e-mail Brenna@delawarenaturesociety.org

Delaware Nature Society - Winter/Spring 2013 (8-8-12)

Position: Advocacy Legislative

General Description

The main focus of the internship is developing a keen working knowledge of Delaware's political process. The intern will develop this working knowledge through accompanying the Environmental Advocate to the General Assembly, public hearings, and other public events; researching and writing position statements, and promoting policy initiatives' (s) that will be reflected on the DNS website, Facebook, "Voice It!" alerts, and Twitter pages a newsletter article on an environmental or advocacy related issue. The remainder of the intern's experience is flexible, with possible options including: attending General Assembly committee meetings, public hearings, public events, etc.

Minimum qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of college; environmental, communication, political science or policy background preferred; strong written communication skills required.

Contact

For more information or to submit a resume with cover letter, please e-mail Brenna@delawarenaturesociety.org

Delaware Nature Society - Seasonal (8-8-12)

Position: Advocacy Research Internship

General Description

The main focus of the internship is expanding the Society's Advocacy legislative agenda through research of national, state, and local environmental issues. Past examples of research opportunities were state freshwater wetland regulations and state endangered species regulations. Every year the Delaware Nature Society develops a list of priorities for the legislative session. Current issues include freshwater wetland and endangered species protection, sea-level rise, and the Chesapeake Bay pollution diet. The intern will work with the Advocate to research potential policy initiatives' (s) that will be drafted into "policy" papers for consideration of the Delaware Nature Society's Advocacy Committee. The remainder of the intern's experience is flexible, with possible options including: attending General Assembly committee meetings, public hearings, public events, etc.

Minimum qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of college; environmental, communication, political science or policy background preferred; strong written communication skills required.

Contact

For more information or to submit a resume with cover letter, please e-mail Brenna@delawarenaturesociety.org

Intern for Gun Free Dining Tennessee (GFDT) (5-31-12)

GFDT will be offering an internship for University of Delaware students during the 2012/13 academic year. The goal is to help reduce the use of guns in bars and restaurants that serve alcohol, and to serve as an alternative voice to the NRA.

History

In 2010, the Tennessee legislature passed a NRA-backed law which allows gun-owners to bring their guns into bars and restaurants. Prior to this law passing, gun owners were not allowed to bring guns into any place that serves alcohol. This law passed, despite widespread opposition from the general public in Tennessee. The law does allow individual restaurants to not permit guns by posting a no-gun sign at the restaurant entrance.

What GFDT Does

We have a website that informs restaurants and bar patrons which establishments allow guns and which do not permit guns (www.GunFreeDiningTennessee.org). Given that most Tennesseans do not want guns mixed with alcohol, we expect that publicizing these policies will put pressure on restaurants to post no-gun signs. In this way, we operate through free-market influence, rather than legislative action.

What an Intern Does

How to Work from a Distance

Much of the work can be done by phone. We have a comprehensive list of phone numbers for bars and restaurants, so you can have the conversations with bar and restaurant owners from your house or dorm or coffee shop. We will provide calling cards to cover the cost of calls. In terms of timing, restaurants are usually too busy to receive calls during their peak lunch or dinner hours, so you need to be able to make calls at non-peak hours (morning, mid-afternoon, or evening). Web site updates and Facebook updates can be done anywhere you have access to a computer.

Who to Contact

Ray Friedman is the founder and President of GFDT, and is a professor at Vanderbilt University. Send an e-mail at Ray.Friedman@Vanderbilt.edu.

Summer and Fall 2012 Internships: Carney for Congress (5-2-12)

Description

John Carney for Congress seeks campaign interns for the 2012 election cycle. Congressman Carney is running his first reelection campaign as Delaware's At-large member in the U.S. House of Representatives. This is a seat Democrats cannot afford to loose.

Internships are available for the summer and fall semester. Interns will gain valuable campaign experience. They will develop a functional knowledge of the inner-workings of a congressional campaign and Delaware politics.

Responsibilities may include:
Data Management, mailings, field work, fundraising, organizing events, office management, and special projects.

Qualified Applicants will be:
Responsible and understand their acts reflect on Congressman Carney and his campaign
Interested in local, state, or national politics
Committed to Democratic ideas
Ready and willing to learn the intricacies of campaign work
Be available to work part-time (10-20 hours a week) or full-time
Current college student or recent graduate

Other Information:
Campaign experience preferred but not required
This internship is unpaid but may qualify for college credit
Campaign office is located at Democratic Headquarters in New Castle, DE.

Contact

To Apply:
Send an email with your cover letter and resume to connolly@johncarney.org. In your cover letter, please include your availability.