Todd Otis Public Policy Intern

Think Small•Little Canada, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Todd Otis Public Policy Internship is a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about Minnesota’s early learning policy and advocacy landscape. The intern will work with Think Small’s policy team to advance the organization’s public policy priorities. Work varies throughout the session and will include opportunities to support grassroots and direct lobbying efforts. They will attend hearings and meetings with state legislators at the Capitol to learn first-hand about the state legislative process. They will also support policy communications efforts by utilizing platforms such as email, social media, and the Think Small blog. There will be opportunities to collaborate with external early education partners and learn more about Think Small’s role in early care and education. Think Small started the Todd Otis Public Policy Internship to recognize Todd’s contributions and build on his legacy. Our goal is to create more early learning advocates to continue Todd’s work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Interest in early childhood policy and advocacy
Ability to travel around the metro (mileage and parking reimbursement provided). This role will be a mix of in-person and remote depending on the activities for the day.

Responsibilities

Attend Think Small and external events to increase knowledge of the field and strengthen partnerships
Review news articles and reports to understand latest early care and education developments
Learn about the state legislative process through first-hand experience such as attending hearings and meetings with legislators
Interact with early care and education coalitions
Assist with organizing activities and support policy priorities
Support Think Small’s advocacy communications plan by utilizing tools including Quorum Grassroots, X (Twitter), and Facebook
Submit written summaries of hearings and events attended
Schedule and attend a personal meeting with state legislators