The Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program
About The Position
Women Employed (WE) is a 53-year-old Chicago-based advocacy organization that pursues equity for women in the workforce by effecting policy change, expanding access to educational opportunities, and advocating for fair and inclusive workplaces so that all women, families, and communities can thrive. While we are based in Chicago and our focus is on Illinois, we have been at the forefront of nearly every major advancement for working women in the U.S. since our founding in 1973. Women Employed’s Summer Leadership Program, generously sponsored by The Pattis Family Foundation, and supported by the Ora Kathleen-Flynn Family Foundation, provides a unique opportunity for professional skill-building and practical experience by exposing a team of interns to leadership training, front-line research, and awareness of the barriers low-paid workers experience. The program seeks to introduce students and recent graduates to all areas of nonprofit work through workshops, guest speakers, and projects. Program Details: Interns serve on Mondays and Wednesdays, from June 8th, 2026, through July 29th, 2026, and are “in the office” from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The program includes a $3,000 stipend. The program will be hybrid, including a minimum of four required in-person days. Women Employed will provide a small transportation stipend. Interns will need access to a reliable computer and an internet connection to participate.
Requirements
- A sophomore (or above) currently enrolled in an academic or training program at a community college, or a junior (or above) at a four-year institution. Graduate students will not be considered at this time.
- Available June 8th through July 29th, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. each day.
- Must have a permanent address in Illinois and currently live or study in Illinois.
- Must be eligible to work legally in the United States (WE does not sponsor Visas).
Responsibilities
- Facilitating issue-based discussions with staff and interns
- Designing and implementing public information and awareness campaigns for specific Women Employed issue areas
- Conducting research and outreach on issues relevant to low-wage women
- Conducting interviews and assisting with other program work as needed
Benefits
- The program includes a $3,000 stipend.
- Women Employed will provide a small transportation stipend.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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