NARAL Pro-Choice America Political Internship
NARAL Pro-Choice America Seeks
SPRING 2020 POLITICAL INTERN
As the nation’s leading pro-choice advocacy group, NARAL Pro-Choice America is dedicated to protecting and expanding reproductive freedom for all Americans, including abortion access.
Along with more than two million member activists from all 50 states and network of state affiliates, NARAL works to guarantee that each woman has access to the full range of reproductive freedoms. This means we’re on the front lines in the fight to expand access to abortion, make contraception more affordable, prohibit discrimination against pregnant woman, and ensure all parents have access to paid leave. In recognition of our work defending the constitutional right to abortion, Fortune Magazine rated NARAL as “one of the top 10 advocacy groups in America.”
At NARAL, we don't operate or litigate; we organize and mobilize. Working together, we push our friends to be bolder, lift up the champions fighting with us on the front line for true reproductive freedom, and we shine a spotlight of accountability on bad actors that works to impose their ideological agenda on others.
Summary
The Political Intern will support NARAL Pro-Choice America’s Political Department by conducting targeted research including: federal, gubernatorial, statewide, and local candidates and campaigns for the 2020 election cycles.
Location: Washington DC
This position is: Internship, paid at $15/hr and $50 monthly Metro stipend provided
Internship Date: January 13th- End Date flexible on or after May 15th. All interns will be required to attend an orientation and training January 13th, 2020.
Reports To: Deputy Political Director
Responsibilities
- Researching candidates, races, and relevant individuals and groups;
- Coordinating resources, such as targeting and polling information for the Political Department;
- Assisting in the planning and logistical preparation for internal and external meetings;
- Participating in on- and off-site meetings;
- General administrative duties, as needed.
Qualifications
The Political Intern must understand the intersectional politics of race, class gender, etc. and commitment to cross movement building, be able to anticipate needs, prioritize and handle a variety of projects. Professional demeanor and appearance required. A strong interest in electing pro-choice candidates to elected office is required. Campaign or other electoral experience is a plus.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program; On internship Start date applicants cannot be more than 6 months past graduation
- Must be available at least 20 hours per week full time preferred;
- A strong interest in the political process;
- Strong research, analytical, written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Drive;
- General computer proficiency.
Application Process
NARAL Pro-Choice America does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and substantive cover letter by October 20th by completing the following form. Candidates will be notified for interviews beginning the week of October 28th through Nov 8th.
For questions please email internship@prochoiceamerica.org including “Political Intern Spring 2020” in the subject line, all application materials must be submitted through online portal.