Program

Civic Engagement Intern

Organization

NALEO Educational Fund - Policy, Research and Advocacy Department

Opportunity Type

Internship

About the Program

The Civic Engagement (CE) Intern will provide programmatic and administrative support to the NALEO Educational Fund’s, Civic Engagement Department, and gain valuable experience specifically in the preparation and implementation of strategic initiatives to engage and mobilize the maximum number of Latinos leading up to the 2016 Primary and General Elections, from naturalization promotion and assistance to direct voter mobilization. Learning opportunities may range from, providing information and direct assistance to the public on the citizenship process, assisting individuals with N-400 applications, organizing and promoting events, assisting in developing reports, recruiting and training volunteers, supporting local voter registration efforts, electoral research, and other activities related to election promotion. Applicant should be available on specified weekends to participate during naturalization assistance workshops, voter registration events and “get-out-the-vote” (GOTV) efforts. Applicants should have an interest in civic engagement, the electoral process and political campaigns.

Internship hours per week vary depending on availability, with a minimum of 15 hours per week preferred. This is an unpaid position. Should applicants wish to receive academic credit for their service they must consult with their academic institution to determine expectations and requirements. Positons are available in each of the organization’s Houston, Los Angeles, and New York City offices as well as in the San Antonio and Raleigh communities we serve.

Program Location

Los Angeles, New York City, Houston, San Antonio & Raleigh, CA, NC, NY, TX

Program Start

Ongoing

Program End Date

Ongoing

Application Deadline

Rolling

Benefits

• Educational credit

Description

• Applicants should be undergraduate or graduate students with interest in issues relating to civic engagement, advancement of the Latino community, non-profits, and/or politics.
• Able to manage multiple tasks/projects, possess good written and verbal communication skills, show strong attention to detail, and exhibit a professional demeanor in the office environment.
• Self-motivated and extremely organized, comfortable with developing and building relationships.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred but not required.
• If a driver, must have a valid driver’s license with proof of automobile insurance coverage.
• Ability to work respectfully with people from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Supportive of the mission and the philosophy of the NALEO Educational Fund.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Once hired, employees requiring reasonable accommodations to perform the demands of the position should contact Human Resources.

• Ability to see and hear within normal ranges;
• Dexterity to read, write, type, operate office equipment such as a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, pencils, pens, and stapler;
• Ability to communicate orally, in writing and over the telephone;
• Understand written and verbal directions;
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pound

Open to residents of:

• CA
• NC
• NY
• TX

Open to students attending school in:

Degree Programs

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)
• Master’s Degree (M.A./M.S./M.B.A.)
• Doctorate Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.D.S.)
• Law Degree (J.D.)

Minimum Age

18

Citizenship

• Citizenship status not considered

Other Details

• Merit-based

Contact

213-747-7606 ext. 4442

Organization Website

naleo.org

Organization Address

1122 W. Washington Blvd., 3rd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90015

Organization Phone

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