Social Justice and Administrative Intern

·        Must be a Student seeking a degree in a social science or related field.

·        Knowledge of Domestic Violence and systemic advocacy and a willingness to learn more about this topic

·        A desire to learn about various aspects of the nonprofit realm

·        A self-starter and able to be flexible with various tasks

·        Willing to learn and work from a trauma informed model, and willing to learn about social justice advocacy on a local level

Internship description:

·     Our Social Justice and Administration Intern will assist with special projects and events, as well as general administration such as:

·        Community engagement

o   Reaching out the community at large through:

 speaking engagements, presenting for Domestic Violence awareness, educating the public about DVIP and our services

o   Will do this by attending community events and representing DVIP-must be comfortable speaking with individuals about DVIP and our Services at community events

·        Event Promotion and Preparation

o   Writing, printing, designing mailings, or stuffing envelopes for upcoming events and announcements

o   Tasks include:

-Picking up supplies, Recruiting volunteer assistance, Developing flyers for advertisement

·        Legislative research

o   Work with Community Engagement team in order to develop rapid response legislative campaigns through political advocacy when needed

·        Other tasks

o   Assisting with administrative needs in an office environment

o   Work with other departments at DVIP on Social Justice campaigns and/or media campaigns