Government Relations Intern
About The Position
SAGE (Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders) is the country's largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults. Our Government Relations team advocates for policies and legislation that support LGBTQ+ older adults, addressing their unique needs in areas such as healthcare, housing, and economic security. The Government Relations Internship offers undergraduate students majoring in Political Science or related fields the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public policy, advocacy, and government affairs. Interns will assist in legislative research, policy analysis, and advocacy efforts, and they will gain insight into the legislative process at local, state, and federal levels, focusing on the needs of LGBTQ+ older adults.
Requirements
- Undergraduate students majoring in Political Science or related fields.
- Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an academic institution that grants undergraduate degrees in Political Science, Public Policy, or other related fields.
- Passionate about LGBTQ+ rights and the advocacy issues affecting older adults.
- Knowledge of LGBTQ+ policy issues is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Track legislation impacting LGBTQ+ older adults and report on key developments in local, state, and federal government.
- Assist with analyzing policies that affect older adults, focusing on healthcare, housing, and LGBTQ+ rights.
- Support grassroots organizing efforts, such as voter registration drives, and assist in planning advocacy days with elected officials.
- Draft memos, letters of support, and emails to policymakers, legislators, and community stakeholders.
- Help organize advocacy events, including legislator site visits, voter engagement activities, and community briefings.
- Compile data and statistics to support the Government Relations team in advocating for policy changes.
- Accompany SAGE Government Relations staff to city council hearings, legislative briefings, and community meetings as available.
Benefits
- Course credit if coordinated with the intern's academic institution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
