Intern Position - Academic Year 2007-2008
The adLab Intern will 1) serve as a liaison in maintaining constant communication with our participating school chapters as well as ensuring that programs operate efficiently and meet the organization’s goals; 2) conduct regular school visits to provide ongoing support to students and faculty sponsors on current campaign issues and projects; 3) receive training on advocacy skills and adLab’s target issues; and 4) gain an understanding of the operations of a small start-up non-profit organization. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for hands-on experience working with youth and human rights advocacy. A small stipend will be provided.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Instill an understanding of basic human rights in high school students as well as introduce concepts of activism, advocacy, and community organizing
- Work with youth to identify human rights issues and employ adLab resources to design and implement advocacy campaigns around a chosen issue
- Ensure timely and coordinated support to adLab programs in participating schools
- Coordinate regular meetings with faculty sponsors, student leaders, and adLab board
- Manage associated administrative duties
Background and Experience
- Graduate students preferred; current college students and recent graduates are also encouraged to apply
- Prior experience working with youth in a group setting is required
- Must possess a strong interest in advocating for human rights
- Background in grassroots campaign organizing is a plus
- Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to engage young people and work with diverse populations in group settings
- Must demonstrate confidence, leadership, and excellent group facilitation skills
- Willingness to adapt to new situations and tasks and take initiative where needed
- Ability to troubleshoot and communicate with tact and diplomacy
- Demonstrated organizational skills with great attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task and ensure timely completion of short- and long-term project goals
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize accordingly
- Ability to work on an individual and team basis
- Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer Requirements
Commitment to 5-10 hours/week for the academic high school year
How to ApplyPlease email a resume and cover letter to: jobs@advocacylab.org
