Political Affairs Internship Part-Time in - Remote - Political Team; Pleasa

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Look no further!

The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty. With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.

Political Affairs Internship:
This is a part‑time, 12‑hour per week, 12‑week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.

• Lead public and political outreach in your state and district.
• Meet with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
• Represent The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
• Assist with fundraising; create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
• Mobilize individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty‑reduction legislation.
• Speak to groups, classes and organizations.
• Write letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

No prior experience is necessary; we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPA or background.

This is an unpaid internship, although college credit is available.

Start Date:

New programs begin every month; you choose the month you wish to start.