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Development Internships (Austin)
Post date: February 20, 2013
Closing date: CLOSED
Interns are encouraged to earn academic credit for their work. Average hours are 12-20 per week, with flexibility in days and hours according to each intern's needs. All positions are unpaid. |
Equality Texas is in the business of securing equality in the state by advocating and lobbying for the elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. To do this, we must raise funds in the philanthropic community and awareness among all Texans to maintain and increase capacity for outreach, advocacy and education across the state. The Development Intern at Equality Texas plays an integral role in expanding fundraising opportunities through data management, grant research, event coordination, and other development support to help Equality Texas reach and exceed goals.
We are currently seeking interns for the Summer 2013 Semester and for Fall 2013 Semester.
The minimum time commitment for academic year interns is one semester. Interns are encouraged to earn credit for their time, but volunteers are welcome as well. Average hours per week are 12-20 hours with flexibility for actual days worked. All positions are non-paid. People with experience in community organizing or grassroots organizations preferred.
Responsibilities include:
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Research for possible Foundation and Corporation grant support.
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Prospect and research trustees and staff of likely prospects to work on with board of directors.
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Assist with closing the lapsed donor rate through research and data tracking.
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Assist with coordination of state-wide and Austin special fundraising events.
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Other duties as assigned.
The Equality Texas office is located in downtown Austin within walking distance to the State Capitol. The office is a friendly and fun place to work. Internships with the Development Department offer you a chance to make a difference while you build your experience and résumé.
How to Respond:
How to Apply: Please email a letter of interest, resume and at least two references to Lisa Scheps, Operations Manager.
In your letter, tell us why you would like to be an intern at Equality Texas and what civil rights issues concern you the most. Also, please include days and hours available, previous intern or volunteer experience, list any skills that are particularly suited for the internship position, and a phone number or e-mail at which you can be reached.
Employment Policy: As an equal opportunity employer, Equality Texas embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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 Public Policy/Legislative Advocacy Internships (Austin)
Post date: February 20, 2013
Closing date: CLOSED
Interns are encouraged to earn academic credit for their work. Average hours are 12-20 per week, with flexibility in days and hours according to each intern's needs. All positions are unpaid. |
Equality Texas is in the business of securing equality in the state by advocating and lobbying for the elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Through our Public Policy/Legislative Advocacy Program, we lobby members of the Texas Legislature and the leaders of Texas’ cities, towns and counties to enact policies that strengthen families and promote equality. The Public Policy/Legislative Advocacy internship at Equality Texas includes a variety of tasks in which you can use and develop your policy and advocacy skills. Public policy interns are utilized year-round to assist the department in achieving its goals.
We are currently seeking interns for the Summer 2013 Semester and for Fall 2013 Semester.
The minimum time commitment for academic year interns is one semester. Interns are encouraged to earn credit for their time, but volunteers are welcome as well. Average hours per week are 12-20 hours with flexibility for actual days worked. All positions are non-paid. People with experience in public policy, advocacy, and law preferred.
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct legislative research on a variety of issues in support of Equality Texas’ legislative agenda.
- Assist in the drafting of legislation to be filed.
- Assist the Communications and Field Departments in preparation of talking points for specific pieces of legislation and dissemination of information to affected constituents.
- Perform administrative tasks as assigned. Tasks include: proofreading, editing, data-entry, filing, committee hearing preparation/monitoring, copying, etc.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
- Upper-division and graduate interns may be requested to directly lobby legislators, under supervision.
The Equality Texas office is located in downtown Austin within walking distance to the State Capitol. The office is a friendly and fun place to work. Internships with the Public Policy/Legislative Advocacy Department offer you a chance to make a difference while you build your experience and résumé.
How to Respond:
To apply, please e-mail a letter of interest and résumé to to Lisa Scheps, Operations Manager.
In your letter, tell us why you would like to be an intern at Equality Texas and what civil rights issues concern you the most. Also, please include days and hours available, previous intern or volunteer experience, list any skills that are particularly suited for the internship position, and a phone number or e-mail at which you can be reached.
Employment Policy: As an equal opportunity employer, Equality Texas embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Field Internships - Local Community (Houston)
Post date: February 20, 2013
Closing date: CLOSED
Interns are encouraged to earn academic credit for their work. Average hours are 12-20 per week, with flexibility in days and hours according to each intern's needs. All positions are unpaid. |
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The Field Department of Equality Texas coordinates and encourages the activism of Equality Texas members statewide to advocate and lobby for the elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Activism occurs through Equality Texas events, student clubs, Equality Project training, and the e-mail action center network and member activists. Our activities to advance LGBT civil rights include Equality Project trainings, Lobby Day at the Capitol (2013), organizing phone banks, volunteer recruitment & retention, and staffing information tables. Field Interns are utilized year-round to assist the department in achieving its goals.
We are currently seeking interns for the Summer 2013 Semester and for Fall 2013 Semester.
The minimum time commitment for academic year interns is one semester. Interns are encouraged to earn credit for their time, but volunteers are welcome as well. Average hours per week are 12-20 hours with flexibility for actual days worked. All positions are non-paid. People with experience in community organizing or grassroots organizations preferred.
Responsibilities include:
This internship is essentially home-based, with training at, and support provided from, Equality Texas statewide office in Austin. Internships with the Field Department offer you a chance to make a difference while you build your experience and résumé.
How to Respond:
To apply, please e-mail a letter of interest and résumé to to Lisa Scheps, Operations Manager.
In your letter, tell us why you would like to be an intern at Equality Texas and what civil rights issues concern you the most. Also, please include days and hours available, previous intern or volunteer experience, list any skills that are particularly suited for the internship position, and a phone number or e-mail at which you can be reached.
Employment Policy: As an equal opportunity employer, Equality Texas embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Field Internships (Austin)
Post date: February 20, 2013
Closing date: CLOSED
Interns are encouraged to earn academic credit for their work. Average hours are 12-20 per week, with flexibility in days and hours according to each intern's needs. All positions are unpaid. |
The Field Department of Equality Texas coordinates and encourages the activism of Equality Texas members statewide to advocate and lobby for the elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Activism occurs through Equality Texas events, student clubs, and the e-mail action center network and member activists. Our activities to advance LGBT civil rights include Lobby Day at the Capitol, organizing phone banks, volunteer recruitment & retention, and staffing information tables. Field Interns are utilized year-round to assist the department in achieving its goals.
We are currently seeking interns for the Summer 2013 Semester and for Fall 2013 Semester.
The minimum time commitment for academic year interns is one semester. Interns are encouraged to earn credit for their time, but volunteers are welcome as well. Average hours per week are 12-20 hours with flexibility for actual days worked. All positions are non-paid. People with experience in community organizing or grassroots organizations preferred.
Responsibilities include:
- Research for local campaigns and/or outreach projects.
- Coordinate volunteers for various advocacy campaigns and Equality Texas outreach teams across the state of Texas.
- Assist in the planning and execution of field programs, with a focus on increasing the number of Equality Project trainings.
- Conduct basic office responsibilities such as mailings, database entry, photocopying, filing, etc.
- Conduct phone banking and outreach to targeted groups.
- Assist in the management of Equality Project trainings.
- Assist in field recruitment of participants for our bi-annual Lobby Day at the Texas Capitol (2013).
This internship is primarily based out of our local headquarters. The Equality Texas office is located in downtown Austin within walking distance to the State Capitol. The office is a friendly and fun place to work. Internships with the Field Department offer you a chance to make a difference while you build your experience and résumé.
How to Respond:
To apply, please e-mail a letter of interest and résumé to to Lisa Scheps, Operations Manager.
In your letter, tell us why you would like to be an intern at Equality Texas and what civil rights issues concern you the most. Also, please include days and hours available, previous intern or volunteer experience, list any skills that are particularly suited for the internship position, and a phone number or e-mail at which you can be reached.
Employment Policy: As an equal opportunity employer, Equality Texas embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Social Media & Website Management Internship (Austin)
Post date: February 20, 2013
Closing date: Til filled
Interns are encouraged to earn academic credit for their work. Average hours are 12 to 20 per week, with flexibility in days and hours according to each intern's needs. All positions are unpaid. |
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Equality Texas is in the business of securing equality in the state by advocating and lobbying for the elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. To do this, we must educate and engage the public about policies and their effect on Texans of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. Getting our message out is crucial to our success. Equality Texas’ Communications Program is reaching out to targeted audiences across our vast state to educate Texans about LGBT issues and people, changing hearts and minds along the way. Social Media & Website Managament Interns at Equality Texas will play an integral role in expanding our website and web2.0 presence, producing and managing content for our website, our YouTube Channel, and for our social networking and blog sites. Communications interns are utilized year-round to assist the department in achieving its goals.
We are currently seeking interns for the Summer 2013 Semester and for Fall 2013 Semester.
The minimum time commitment for academic year interns is one semester. Interns are encouraged to earn credit for their time, but volunteers are welcome as well. Average hours per week are 12-20 hours with flexibility for actual days worked. All positions are non-paid. People with experience in journalism, film production, video editing, graphic design, social media and communications preferred. Experience with Salsa and Dingo, or comparable electronic constitutent relationship management (ECRM) and content management system (CMS) platforms, is required.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide content management support to Equality Texas website and social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Blog, Google+).
- Assist in targeted media outreach.
- Assist in ensuring accurate and timely reporting of Equality Texas news, especially with regard to matters of advocacy during Legislative Session.
- Assist in the production of video content for Equality Texas’ website and YouTube Channel and print content for the blog.
- Perform administrative tasks as assigned by staff. Tasks include: proofreading, editing, data-entry, filing, content management, etc.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Internships at Equality Texas offer the unique opportunity to work downtown, just blocks from the State Capitol, on social justice issues that are of personal importance to you, your friends, or your family. You will gain indispensable experience working with an advocacy group on some of today's most hotly debated issues. The Equality Texas office is a fun and friendly environment and a great place to build your professional experience and add to your resume.
How to Respond:
To apply, please e-mail a letter of interest and résumé to to Lisa Scheps, Operations Manager.
In your letter, tell us why you would like to be an intern at Equality Texas and what civil rights issues concern you the most. Also, please include days and hours available, previous intern or volunteer experience, list any skills that are particularly suited for the internship position, and a phone number or e-mail at which you can be reached.
Employment Policy: As an equal opportunity employer, Equality Texas embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender or gender expression, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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