We are looking to hire an experienced Advocacy Intern to join our exceptional team at Latin America Working Group in Washington DC.
Growing your career as a Internship Advocacy Intern is a terrific opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, decision-making and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Advocacy Intern at Latin America Working Group today!
DEADLINE: March 24th
START DATE: Mid-May
END DATE: Mid-August
Join the Latin America Working Group (LAWG) as an Advocacy Intern and assist with our efforts to promote a human rights-based approach to U.S. policy towards Latin America. You will gain an understanding of politics, economics, social issues, and human rights in Latin America; exposure to how the federal government works and how foreign policy is made; experience working in a professional environment through the lens of a D.C.-based nonprofit; and skills in online grassroots political organizing.
Hear directly from past interns through testimonials at the bottom of the page. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to, assisting in research and writing of blog posts and other literature, attending meetings and congressional hearings, posting to social media, and assisting staff with daily and long-term projects. Interns work closely with staff on all four campaigns, doing what is necessary as it arises. The internship includes some administrative tasks, but leans more heavily to programmatic ones. The office is fast paced, but staff are friendly and approachable.
Interns will receive a $1,500 stipend, and internships are eligible for academic credit. Interns are encouraged to work a minimum of 20 hours per week preferably accross everyday of the work week Monday-Friday.
Application Instructions: All documents should be uploaded in a single pdf. Resume Cover letter that states: Why you are specifically interested in LAWG's work Why you are qualified for the position, including relevant coursework, experience, or study abroad Writing sample 2-3 pages maximum (can be excerpt) in English that focuses on a relevant topic (Latin America, U.S. policy towards Latin America, human rights issues, advocacy). It can be an academic paper, blog post, or news article. Optional: Additional writing sample in Spanish with the same qualifications as above. Two references with: Capacity in which you worked with them Email and phone number Complete applications should be submitted through our online application form before the deadline. *Due to the number of applications you will only receive an email if we wish to interview you* Benefits of working as a Advocacy Intern in Washington DC:
? Company offers great benefits
? Company offers career progression opportunities
? Attractive package
