Advocacy Intern

Economic Mobility Pathways, Inc • Boston, MA

2h • Hybrid

About The Position

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. The Advocacy Department at EMPath works with participants, staff, and coalition partners to address the root causes of the barriers facing our clients and advance broader policy changes to benefit low-income women and families in Massachusetts and beyond.

Requirements

• Candidates should be interested in learning more about public policy, economic issues, and laws impacting low-income women and their families.
• Excellent research and written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
• Experience directly working with population a plus.
• Flexible, sense of humor a plus.
• Lived experience with poverty a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in advocacy events/trainings, including our consumer group meetings, as well as strategy meetings with Coalition partners
• Help with engagement and recruitment for our consumer group and story sharing network as needed
• Conduct light research and prepare testimony and factsheets to support advocacy efforts
• Assist with correspondence to statewide partners and legislative offices
• Assist with mailings, bill and budget tracking, outreach calls and general administrative tasks
• Other projects as assigned

Benefits

• Meaningful Work: Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to disrupting poverty and empowering families.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable, real-world experience in non-profit communications and public relations.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and shared learning.
• Eligible students may earn college credit through their academic institution.
• Upon successful completion, interns will receive a personalized letter of recommendation highlighting their contributions and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed