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Organizing Internships at MassEquality.org

MassEquality.org welcomes field interns during Fall 2009 and Spring 2010. It is a great opportunity to experience the inner workings of a major political campaign and make a difference for the LGBT community through your day-to-day work.

Specifically, interns will get hands on field organizing experience, working to ensure the passage of the Transgender Non-Discrimination Bill, as well as working to support marriage equality battles in New Jersey and Rhode Island.

Job Description:

Organizing interns will advance MassEquality’s grassroots lobbying campaign and electoral work. Each organizer, focusing on 2 – 3 geographic districts, will work with local volunteers and coalition partners to demonstrate support of full equality for the LGBT community.  Organizers will also support MassEquality’s electoral work, encouraging supporters to become involved in campaigns of pro-equality candidates.

Interns support the work of MassEquality affiliates in their area, including assistance recruiting volunteers, managing lists, organizing field activities, and responding to the needs of area activists. In addition, organizing interns will assist MassEquality’s Field Staff as needed with research, database management, and other necessary tasks.

Interns will have the opportunity to work closely with MassEquality staff and to take on independent projects.

Requirements:

MassEquality.org seeks interns who understand and support our mission, are hard-working, are able to successfully complete projects, and are comfortable using computers. Top-notch communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment required.  Prior campaigns experience or volunteer coordination a plus.

Time requirements are flexible and range from 15 to 40 hours with some required evening and weekend hours.

This internship is an excellent opportunity to build political, non-profit and community organizing skills.

Details:

Interns are expected to commit to at least 15hrs each week for at least 3 months.

We encourage interns to arrange course credit from their school if possible.

Internships are available at the MassEquality.org Boston office. There are also opportunities to work in the offices of coalition partners throughout the state. The MassEquality.org office is located in downtown Boston, easily accessible by public transportation from anywhere in the metro-Boston region.

To apply:

E-mail your resume and cover letter to Ryan Brown at RyanBrown@massequality.org

Deadline for applications: Rolling