Political Affairs Internship Job at The Borgen Project, Kingston, NY

NElSMGhQSnpId2d1Nm8xWGtIUFRNUUw3YkE9PQ==
  • The Borgen Project
  • Kingston, NY

Job Description

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: The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.
.
Responsibilities will include:

  • Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
  • Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
  • Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
  • Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
  • Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
  • Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
  • Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.


Experience:
No prior experience is necessary, we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background.

Details:
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.

Job Tags

Remote job, Part time,

Similar Jobs

DSJ Global

General Manager - Logistics & Operations Job at DSJ Global

 ...OVERVIEW We're seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead operations at our high-volume distribution center. This role is critical in overseeing end-to-end performance across warehousing, distribution, production, sales, team development, and financial... 

Front Page Agency Inc

Entry Level Project Manager Job at Front Page Agency Inc

 ...with real-world leadership, client strategy, and team management experience in the fast-paced world of telecommunications . No...  ...develop practical, hands-on experience in: Driving sales and mastering client acquisition strategies Leading, training, and motivating... 

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools

Science, Biology, and Chemistry Teachers Job at BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools

 ...compared to those with similar experience, OUR FACULTY MEMBERS ARE AMONG THE HIGHEST PAID IN NEW JERSEY; Moreover, we seek to achieve academic success without burning out teachers by meshing an effective education program with effective teacher supports and professional... 

RAFTRx

Jr. Project Manager-Implementation Support Job at RAFTRx

 ...Position Overview: This is a newly created role designed to support our Integration teams Product Owners and Project Management...  ...support, and escalate complex cases to senior team members or software vendors. Collaborate with Integration Product Owners , existing... 

Futures Consulting, LLC

Civil Engineer Job at Futures Consulting, LLC

 ...Join a Top-Tier Land Development Team in Orlando Were seeking a skilled Civil Engineer with land development experience to join our clients growing team in Orlando, FL . This is a hybrid role that offers flexibility, a dynamic work environment, and the chance...