Fall 2024 Undergraduate Intern, National Political Advocacy Department, Organizing

ACLU

Jun 28

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Government & Politics
Washington, DC
Remote

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:
Must haves:
A commitment to defending and advancing civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice
A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) and the ability to apply an EDIB analysis to the organizing work we engage in both internally and externally
Demonstrated interest in organizing as a theory of change for driving social and political movements
A willingness to approach the work with a growth mindset and an ethos of learning-by-doing
Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team to bring projects to successful completion
An ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to meet clear deadlines
Nice to haves:
Previous experience organizing or working on campaigns
Proficiency in programs like Microsoft Office, Google Suite, GetThru, Asana and Slack.

Responsibilities

Our organizing interns support the ACLU’s organizing program, including national and state-specific campaigns. We seek to provide young organizers with opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of organizing, grassroots leadership development, and campaign planning and execution. Interns will have the opportunity to attend substantive meetings, events, and conversations on organizing, political campaigns, and broader ACLU work. This position will be directly supervised by Organizers within the Organizing Division and interns will frequently work on:
Key legislative and electoral priorities at the state and national level
Rapid response efforts for urgent and important social and political developments, as they arise
Supporting and scaling volunteer recruitment and membership engagement efforts
Your Day to Day:
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside members of our National Organizing Team to execute local and national ACLU campaigns by:
Engaging with ACLU People Power volunteers, supporting their work, and overseeing their leadership development
Participating in volunteer and staff-facing trainings and webinars on key organizing skills
Drafting written materials for campaigns, such as email and text copy and providing insight on campaign plans
Immersing yourself in distributed and field organizing tactics to grow your organizing skills
Taking initiative by identifying additional projects you’re interested in engaging on
Working collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse team of colleagues to co-create an inclusive and productive team culture
Other duties, as assigned

FAQs

What is the role of the Fall 2024 Undergraduate Intern in the National Political Advocacy Department, Organizing?

The intern will support the ACLU’s organizing program, including national and state-specific campaigns. They will have the opportunity to gain experience in organizing, grassroots leadership development, and campaign planning and execution.

What skills are required for the Fall 2024 Undergraduate Intern position in the National Political Advocacy Department, Organizing?

The intern must have a commitment to defending civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. They should also demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as interest in organizing as a theory of change. Other skills include self-motivation, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and proficiency in programs like Microsoft Office, Google Suite, GetThru, Asana, and Slack.

What is the time commitment for the Fall 2024 Undergraduate Intern position in the National Political Advocacy Department, Organizing?

The internships can be completed on a part-time basis (15 or 20 hours/week) or full-time (35 hours/week) during term-time. Full-time internships span 10 consecutive weeks, beginning in September 2024.

Is there a stipend available for the Fall 2024 Undergraduate Intern in the National Political Advocacy Department, Organizing?

Yes, a stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work and do not receive compensation from other sources. The stipend rate for undergraduate students or equivalent experience is $20/hour.

ACLU

We the people dare to create a more perfect union.

Non-profit

Industry

201-500

Employees

1920

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The ACLU is an non-profit, non-partisan organization of people who believe in the power of action. We are united by the quest – “We the people dare to create a more perfect union.” Whether in the courts, statehouses, Congress or communities, we fight to defend the rights that the Constitution guarantees to all of us —regardless of who we are, where we come from, whom we love, or what we believe. Together, we take up the toughest civil rights and liberties challenges of our time. We seek to inspire those who want change to become the ones who make change.