Spring Advocacy Intern

EVERYMIND INC•Rockville, MD

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship takes place in the Spring semester, typically beginning in early January and ending May/June. EveryMind has strengthened communities and empowered individuals through mental health and community support services for over 65 years. With 200 staff across 27 locations, they deliver programs that make a lasting impact. As an Advocacy Intern, you’ll support EveryMind’s policy and legislative initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in research, analysis, and government relations. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about mental health policy, local politics, and the legislative process while making a meaningful impact. The schedule is flexible, part-time (16-24 hours/week during business hours, M–F). The location is EveryMind Headquarters, Rockville, MD, with hybrid opportunities. You’ll work primarily with the Advocacy Department while also collaborating with program staff across the organization.

Requirements

Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student studying Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
Strong research, writing, and critical analysis skills.
Interest in mental health policy, advocacy, and legislative processes.
Comfortable communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers and community members.
Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Reliable Transportation; will go to regular outreach events

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with online legislative tracking tools a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on current mental health policies and legislative proposals at local, state, and federal levels
Collaborate with team members to draft policy proposals, position papers, talking points, and testimony
Connect with county and state level legislators to support advocacy initiatives and build relationships with offices
Support procedures to track legislation and communications with outside agencies