Program

Education Trust Communications Intern

Organization

The Education Trust

Opportunity Type

Internship

About the Program

The Education Trust internship program is for individuals who believe that all students can achieve at high levels and who want to work as part of a team committed to that goal. The program is designed for undergraduates, recent graduates, and graduate students who are capable of doing staff-level work under minimal supervision. Interns are treated as members of the staff and are expected to perform a wide variety of tasks. 

Interns work closely with designated Education Trust staff to develop and execute projects that will advance the organization’s agenda. This allows interns to broaden their professional skills and experiences. Assigned projects are based on the intern’s qualifications and interests as well as the needs of the organization.

Internships are typically paid positions. The hourly rate depends on the candidate’s education and experience. We discuss this with the applicant if and when an offer is made. Academic credit can be arranged through the intern’s sponsoring institution. All interns are expected to work in our Washington, D.C., office, unless otherwise noted.

Program Location

Washington, DC

Program Start

Summer

Application Deadline

As soon as possible

Application Website

www.edtrust.org/dc/about/jobs/internship-program

Paid?

Pay Rate

Description

• Interest in, and familiarity with, strategic communications, new media (including blogs, Twitter, Facebook), advocacy, and/or public relations;
  Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Desire to work in a social justice-minded, advocacy environment and an interest in education policy and/or practice;
• A strong critical thinker who is self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively;
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills and attention to detail; and
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).  Knowledge of communications data management platforms (Vocus, Cision, Nexis) is a plus.

Open to residents of:

Open to students attending school in:

Enrollment Status

• Part time

Citizenship

• Citizenship status not considered

Other Details

• Merit-based

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Organization Website

www.edtrust.org/

Organization Address

1250 H Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005

Organization Phone

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