Internships and Volunteer Opportunities
The National Center for Transgender Equality
The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) offers semester and summer internships with flexible start and end dates. The internship is unpaid, but NCTE will work with the student’s university to assure academic credit is received. For more information of this great opportunity, here.
Public Citizen Job Opportunity
Public Citizen is a nonpartisan, nonprofit consumer advocacy organization that serves as the voice in Washington for its 150,000 members. Founded by Ralph Nader in 1971, Public Citizen fights for public health and safety, champions corporate and government accountability, and campaigns for fair trade, clean and safe energy, and consumer rights. They also have an extensive Supreme Court practice-- Public Citizen's lawyers are involved with ~30% of the cases heard before the Court each term.
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force: The Academy for Leadership Internship
The Academy for Leadership and Action has a 10 hour per week internship available in our Washington DC office to support the Leadership Programs Director. This is a terrific opportunity to learn about capacity building in the LGBT movement, be part of a curriculum development and training team, and work on a wide range of LGBT social change efforts. The Leadership Development volunteer will help with administrative and logistical support in order for us to successfully implement and complete a data gathering project, schedule a series of trainings and convenings, and collect evaluation data based on these leadership development experiences. Successful candidates will have excellent verbal and written skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, be passionate about social justice, excited to learn about political change and the LGBT movement, and very comfortable working in a multi-racial LGBT-centered work environment. Interested? Please send a cover letter and resume to eweiss@thetaskforce.org. No calls.
National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) is the only national not-for-profit advocacy organization dedicated to expanding the economic opportunities and advancements of the LGBT business community. With more than 29,000 members, 130 corporate partners and 62 local, state and international affiliate chambers, NGLCC is the largest LGBT business development and economic advocacy organization in the world.
They are currently recruiting interns for the Spring semester. Internships are available on a part-time or full time basis. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Our typical interns are undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in business and/or LGBT advocacy. Apply Today! Email your resume, cover letter, a brief writing sample (approximately 2-3 pages), and availability with subject line of which internship e.g. "Events Internship, Corporate Relations Internship" to Internship Program Manager at internships@nglcc.org. Questions? Email them at info@nglcc.org.
DC Mayor Communications & Organizing Intern
Communications & Organizing
The Intern will assist with developing and distributing communications to community and government partners via traditional and new online media, support office and Director in updating website and new media Assist in outreach efforts for to community groups and partners, assist with event planning and execution for events sponsored or supported by the office.If interested please contact Jeffrey Richardson at Jeffrey.richardson@dc.gov
DC Policy Assistant
Interested in becoming a Policy and Communications Assistant for NCLR?Email your resumé, cover letter, 2-3 page communications or policy writing sample, and three work references to:
Erin Fitzgerald
Administrative Assistant
efitzgerald@NCLRights.org
Please include “Policy and Communications Assistant” in the subject line of your email. No telephone calls please. NCLR is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All interested individuals, including people of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex are particularly urged to apply.
For more information about NCLR, please visit their website: www.NCLRights.org.
Pride Foundation
In addition to the scholarships Pride Foundation offers, they have a limited number of PAID ($3,500 for 10 weeks of work during the summer) internships with regional non-profit organizations. This year, they have six wonderful organizations participating:
1) American Civil Liberties Union (Boise, ID)
2) Big Brothers Big Sisters (Seattle, WA)
3) Evergreen AIDS Foundation (Bellingham, WA)
4) Seattle Education Access (Seattle, WA)
5) Spokane AIDS Network (Spokane, WA)
6) Western States Center (Portland, OR)
If you are looking for an incredible learning and leadership opportunity and would like to put your skills and education to use in the non-profit world, the Pride Foundation Fellowship is for you! To learn more and to apply, click here.
The Leadership Conference Internship Program
The Leadership Conference Internship Program offers a substantive, fast-paced internship program designed to give undergraduates interested in civil and human rights some real-world experience. The program provides interns the chance to increase their knowledge and awareness of civil and human rights issues, enhance their understanding of coalition politics, and observe the legislative process of our federal government. Interns are fully integrated into staff activities and involved in policy research, field operations, development work, web content, and communications work. They are interested in recruiting a diverse pool of talented interns for our Spring and Summer 2012 intern class. The internship description with the application process, deadline, can be found on our website here: The Leadership Conference Internship Program. Questions about the program can be directed to, Avril Lighty, lighty@civilrights.org, and Beth Sadler, sadler@civilrights.org.
Immigration Equality
Immigration Equality is a nonprofit here in DC that’s dedicated to achieving equality in immigration law for LGBT persons. The organization is seeking to hire an intern for the April and May to help us with two large lobby days on Capitol Hill. We will be bringing numerous gay binational couples who are facing a forced separation to meet with their congressmen and representatives to advocate for a change in immigration policy. We are looking for an intern both to help us with the logistics of the events and who would be interested in attending the meetings.
The position would be part-time (we could work with the student’s availability) and unpaid. We would be seeking someone to start as soon as possible. Please email legal@immigrationequality.org for more information.
National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association National Office Internship
The National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA) internship is an ideal opportunity for a student interested in non-profit management, news media and/or LGBT issues.
Intern Projects
Assist in the planning and promotion of NLGJA’s LGBT Media Summit & National Convention.
Assist in the planning of NLGJA’s Excellence in Journalism Awards by processing entries and communicating with applicants and judges.
Manage social media communication and interaction.
Provide support to NLGJA staff on projects involving membership, chapter relations, development and programming.
Respond daily to inquiries from members, leaders and the general public.
Perform general office duties like photocopying, mass mailings and database
administration.
Internship Schedule Internships are offered three times a year: January–April, May–August and September–December. A 10-week and up to a 25-hour week commitment is preferred. This internship is unpaid.
Application Process Please send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and the phone number and names of three references (work and academic) to NLGJA Internship, info@nlgja.org. For more information, please contact Bach Polakowski at bach@nlgja.org or 202.588.9888.
The National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance
The National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA) is a federation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) organizations. We seek to build the organizational capacity of local LGBT AAPI groups, develop leadership, promote visibility, educate our community, enhance grassroots organizing, expand collaborations, and challenge homophobia and racism. The intern will learn strategies in using public policy, grassroots organizing, and the media to advance social justice. Interns are supervised by NQAPIA professional staff. Interns work primarily on research and writing, policy advocacy, community outreach and organizing. These internships are not paid positions, but academic credit can be arranged. During the winter and spring, interns work anywhere between 15-40 hours per week. Internships are usually about ten weeks.
For more information or to apply, contact Ben de Guzman at ben_deguzman@nqapia.org or 202-422-4909.
Witeck Communications Internship
Headed by Bob Witeck, Witeck Communications provides strategic communications and public relations counsel with special expertise on LGBT communications. Freedom to Marry, the campaign to win marriage nationwide, shares its Washington DC office with Witeck Communications. The two organizations are seeking to recruit a qualified, enthusiastic college student intern to volunteer a minimum of 20 hours per week in our shared Washington, D.C. offices. While this is an unpaid position and eligible for academic credit, there will be a financial stipend offered to the best qualified candidate who satisfactorily completes four months internship in our offices.
They are flexible with start and finish dates and understand student schedules, however, we are looking for individuals able to offer four months minimum engagement. For potential summer internship, preference will be given to applicants who can work full-time, but will consider part-time applicants.
Interested intern applicants should send their resume with complete contact details (name, day time phone number, email) to info@witeck.com
The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce is seeking Spring interns to work in their downtown Washington, DC office. These positions are perfect for students seeking part-time or full-time office experience with a dynamic and rapidly growing non-profit in the heart of DC, one block from the White House.
What are they looking for?
· Dedicated intern with strong project management and written/verbal communication skills
· Experience in an office environment and with Microsoft Office products including MS Outlook
· A self-starter, with a professional work attitude, focused and committed to task in hand
· Interest and understanding of corporate America, supply chains, corporate diversity/inclusion initiatives is a plus
· An understanding of LGBT issues and/or other diverse or marginalized groups is beneficial
· Part-time or full-time commitment working at least a two-day work week (preference given to full-time candidates)
Interested? Speak to them today! You can approach them at their booth or contact Joanna Dees, Director, Supplier Diversity and Corporate Relations, at 1-202-234-9181 or by email at jdees@nglcc.org.
National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
These positions are perfect for students seeking part-time or full-time office experience with a dynamic and rapidly growing non-profit in the heart of DC, one block from the White House. For more information, click here.
Soulforce
This is a position on the Equality Ride -- a multi-week bus trip through the country, stopping at campuses to talk about LGBT equality and social justice. The link for the position is here. The internship provides travel, housing, and food, along with a small stipend.
Volunteer with the Capital Pride Parade
The Capital Pride Parade Committee is looking for one or two volunteers to help champion their cause through their social networks for DC's 37th Pride celebration. There are also plenty of other volunteer opportunities as well for pride with their other committees. Information on how to get involved can be found here:
http://www.capitalpride.org/about-us/committees
Fission Strategy New Media Interns
Location: Washington, DC
Hours and Duration: Quarerly 2012; 20-40 hours per week
Compensation: $250 per month for part time interns; $500 per month for full time interns. Academic credit may also be available depending on your institution’s requirements.
Application Deadline: Rolling until filled.
Fission Strategy helps social causes harness social media for social good. We specialize in delivering social media and mobile-driven strategies for nonprofits and foundations. We also offer custom website and web application development. We have a small, fun crew that stays in touch throughout the workday on Yammer, Skype, email, and IM. Our clients are fantastic (http://fissionstrategy.com/clients/) and the projects are exciting. Some of our recent and current clients include Define American, Reform Immigration for America, MomsRising, ONE.org, NRDC and many more. We are largely a "virtual" company -- our team is spread out across the US -- but have a hub in Washington, DC where interns will work.
Position overview: Fission Strategy seeks a New Media Intern to provide support in the development and implementation of online outreach and advocacy campaigns. This position will provide the opportunity to work with a broad variety of non-profit organizations on a range of issues. Interns get direct, hands-on experience with online campaigning and have the opportunity to assist in web development, design, and operations projects. Responsibilities will vary based on experience, expertise, and interest and may include: implementing social media outreach campaigns, monitoring and evaluating client social media campaigns, developing mobile applications and websites, researching and implementing marketing campaigns, and researching emerging new media tools and trends. Academic credit may be available for this position depending on your institution’s requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Excellent writing and editing skills
Very tech-savvy, with the ability to quickly learn online software
Strong research skills
Proven interest in new media and social media trends and tools and familiarity with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social networks
Demonstrated interest in progressive issue advocacy
Desired Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with online organizing practices, including social network and blogger outreach.
Competence in HTML, CSS, PHP, Java or related languages.
Familiarity with a digital CRM solution such as Democracy in Action, Blue State Digital, Convio, ActionKit, etc.
Experience in online or grassroots organizing for nonprofit and/or political campaigns.
Previous media or web administration experience.
Familiarity with online advertising, including blog ads, traditional banner advertising, Facebook advertising, and search engine marketing.
Data collection and analysis skills, proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Google Analytics.
Comfort with image manipulation or video editing and production.
Understanding of blogging and writing for the web, including navigation of blogging platforms such as WordPress.
Ability to write compelling email copy, with an understanding of what makes some emails more effective at generating action than others.
Candidates must be reliable and willing to commit for 3 months. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have a strong work ethic, be willing to learn, and be excited about the opportunities new media provide to support advocacy campaigns. Candidates must have their own laptop, and be comfortable working independently.
To Apply: Email internship@fissionstrategy.com with your name and “Application: New Media Intern” in the subject line. Please attach your resume, cover letter and three relevant writing samples and indicate which quarter of 2012 you are applying for (Spring, Summer, Fall) Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community and others are strongly encouraged to apply.
SiriusXM Internship
Maybe some people enjoy blistering in the sun, but if you are not one of those people, than hurry up and grab an internship at SiriusXM! Below is a list of internships we have available for the Summer session. Not only can we promise to supply you with air-conditioning, you will also be receiving a priceless experience that you wouldn't be able to get anywhere else.
There’s a variety of internships available, so you are bound to find one that appeals to your specific career aspirations. We offer internships in Broadcasting, Sales & Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, and more! Interns also have mentors they work with throughout their internships. These mentors are experienced professionals who want to help their interns gain knowledge on whatever their goals are.
So while you are trying to decide on your summer plans, keep in mind the amazing internship opportunities available this Summer at SiriusXM!
Their mailing address is:
SIRIUS XM Radio
1500 Eckington Place NEWashington, DC 20010
For more info check them out on Facebook.
Signature Theatre Internship
Signature Theatre is looking for a Marketing Department intern from May through October to help with the position of Publications Manager, while the Publication Manager is on maternity leave. The Publications Manager is responsible for the following:
· Oversee the coordination, quoting, composing, editing, proofing, printing and delivery of all playbills, posters, post cards, invitations and all print and online collateral for the organization
· Serve as in-house webmaster for Signature Theatre website on Wordpress
· Coordinate all media materials for productions
· Act as the liaison between the theatre and any design firm, in-house graphic designer and print companies for print production
· Perform basic design work in Creative Suite 2
· Manage the placement, design and delivery of Signature's ads in print and online publications
· Contribute to the Communications department’s marketing plans
· Compose articles, edit, organize, design and deliver Signature’s e-newsletter
· Organize and supervise all financial aspects of the Communications department
· Serve as Theatre Coordinator for the Helen Hayes Awards
The position is full-time and needs to be filled from the approximately the middle of May 2012 through the middle of October (approximately 5 months). Interns should be recent college graduates who are actively pursuing careers in theater or qualified junior or senior college students who have time to work a full week during the days (hours can be flexible). Interns are treated as a vital part of Signature’s staff and gain valuable real-life work experience at a professional, award-winning, nationally-renowned theater. Intern hours, while subject to change, are generally Monday-Friday from 10am-6pm. Full-time interns receive a small stipend of $100/week.
To apply, please send a cover letter stating your, goals and expectations for an internship position with Signature. Also include a résumé listing your educational background, work history, and theater/arts experience with references and a college transcript.
Send application materials to:
Signature Theatre
Attn: Laurie Pomerson
4200 Campbell Ave.
Arlington, VA 22206
pomersonl@signature-theatre.org
Camp Outright
Come spend a few weeks in the Green Mountains! This opportunity is ideal for EVERYONE, from retirees, professionals of all ages, to undergraduate/graduate students interested in receiving a brief training and a lot of hands-on experience as camp counselors or activity leaders working with a vulnerable youth population.
Camp Outright is a seven day/six night traditional residential summer camp program for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning youth and their Allies (LGBTQQA), ages 13-22. Campers will participate in a wide variety of daily activities based upon their interests, including swimming and boating, team games like soccer and baseball, archery, and tennis. Other activities will include visual and performing arts, nature exposure activities, and special topical workshops to address needs stated by LGBTQQA youth.
“Serving as a volunteer staff member was an honor as I was able to maintain a connection with campers as well as tend to the development and care of staff. Camp Outright was an unbelievable and life-altering experience for youth coming into their own sexuality as well as the staff who worked with the youth tirelessly.” - Camp Staff
“There has never been a place that has felt more like home than Camp Outright. Everyone there is my family, and I love them all.” - Camper
A Camp Outright volunteer staff member is:
1. Able to uphold the Camp Outright mission and values within the camp community.
2. Dedicated to ensuring the safety, fun, growth, and well being of all campers.
3. Committed to bring out the best in both self and others.
4. Knowledgeable of and responsible to outlined standards, policies, and procedures.
5. Consistent, patient, and enthusiastic.
6. Invested in working with youth and adults of diverse backgrounds.
All Camp Outright volunteer staff must:
1. Complete the application and interview process and pass a criminal background check.
2. Fulfill position requirements.
3. Attend one of the staff training weekends tentatively scheduled July 14-15 and July 28-29.
4. Attend staff orientation on August 11, 2012.
5. Present documentation of current First Aid and child and adult CPR certification prior to camp.
6. Be at least eighteen years of age on August 14, 2011 (**and if directly supervising youth, must be at least 3 years older than youth being supervised)
Positions for full time volunteer camp staff include Cabin Counselors, Head Counselors, Floaters, Lead Medical, Lead Mental Health, Medical Staff, Lead Waterfront, Lifeguard, Program Head, Art and Craft Specialist, Drama Specialist, Land Activity Specialist, Nature Specialist, and the Camp Historian.
A number of the positions have overlapping responsibilities and all involve a lot of contact with you.
If this is something that interests you, check out the camp for yourself at http://www.campoutright.org/. First consideration for camp staff will be April 11, 2012, so start filling out your application now to be a part of this amazing experience! Contact Leigh at (802) 862-7520 or leigh@ywcavermont.org with questions and queries.
Ms. Foundation Fellowship Program
The Ms. Foundation Fellowship Program is a premiere leadership program providing dynamic, pragmatic, early- to mid-career social change activists the opportunity to spend a year developing their work to elevate the status of women in the U.S. The program includes financial compensation of up to $85,000 for one year (dependent upon project terms and experience), health benefits, and professional development. In addition, recipients will be eligible to apply for a $50,000 continuation grant, post-Fellowship.
Applications are due May 7. For more information and to apply, click here!
Don't wait for change to happen, make change happen!
Merrimack Valley Fellowship
Merrimack Valley is a full-time, 10.5-month urban education math tutoring fellowship in two high schools in the Merrimack Valley. We are hiring 50 smart, idealistic, relentless people to work during the 2012-2013 school year. Each Fellow works during the school day with two students at a time for five periods a day, and will have a personal caseload of 12 students all year long. Fellows not only will drive student achievement by providing individualized instruction, but will also build personal and meaningful relationships with urban students and their families during this pioneer year of service. For more information or to apply click here.
The Pipeline Project
The Pipeline Project is a recruitment, retention, and leadership advancement effort created to produce programs that together will represent a long-term effort to increase the number of people of color working within the nation's LGBT rights, service, and advocacy sector and ultimately increase the level of diversity in the leadership of our movement.
The Pipeline Project has reached out to many to spread the word about their Next Wave Intern Program. The program has decreased in size, so this year they are only accept 10 interns, but all will be paid.
Equality Maryland
Are you committed to marriage equality?
As you know, Equality Maryland is in the midst of a referendum battle to ensure our love and lives are celebrated and honored in our state. Without supporters like you, we won't be able to protect recently passed marriage equality legislation.
Please sign up to volunteer today! Please be sure to let them know which area(s) are of particular interest to you.
Whitman-Walker Volunteers
Attached is an updated list of support groups at Whitman-Walker currently looking for new members. I have also attached flyers for one-on-one peer support, our Friends and Family group, and the Coming Out for Men group. Please feel free to put these up wherever you like! We hope to start both our Coming Out for Men and Coming Out for Women groups soon!
We are also recruiting volunteers, as we will hold a volunteer training within the next couple of months. We are accepting all volunteers, but are also specifically looking to fill group facilitator roles in our Friends and Family group for those affected by addiction, ex-military LGBT, and our HIV Newly Diagnosed group. If you know anybody who may be interested, please feel free to forward their information on to me or ask them to get in touch with me directly.
Also, please forward this email along to anybody you feel appropriate. If you would like me to add anybody to the distribution list, just send me their email address and indicate that you would like them to be added.
Whitman-Walker Volunteers
Whitman-Walker currently looking for new members for their support groups. Their groups include one-on-one peer support, our Friends and Family group, and the Coming Out for Men group. Please feel free to put these up wherever you like! They are hoping to start both our Coming Out for Men and Coming Out for Women groups soon!
They are also recruiting volunteers, as they will hold a volunteer training within the next couple of months. They are accepting all volunteers, but are also specifically looking to fill group facilitator roles in our Friends and Family group for those affected by addiction, ex-military LGBT, and our HIV Newly Diagnosed group. For more information and to get involved contact Whitman-Walker.
