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Description
Progressive States Network is a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the work of progressive state legislators around the country and the passage of state legislation that delivers on the issues that matter to working families: strong wage standards and workplace freedom, balancing work and family responsibilities, health care for all, smart growth and clean energy, tax and budget reform, clean and fair elections, and technology investments to bridge the digital divide.
PSN blends analysis and action to provide coordinated strategic support for a network of state legislators, their staffs and advocacy groups, in order to equip them with coherent logistical and strategic advocacy tools necessary for advancing key progressive economic and social policies. PSN is working to establish a cohesive network and support system for progressive legislators, while building a concerted movement dedicated to grassroots social and political change across the nation. Please see our website for more details about our work.
Position Overview:
PSN seeks an Outreach and Communications Intern to support work on our 2010 Shared Multi-State Policy Agenda. This year, PSN will be working with legislators from a majority of states to promote 6 bills that will help shape the progressive message across the country.
While at PSN, the intern will learn about the inner-workings of a political non-profit, by supporting outreach and event planning projects, researching a broad range of policy issues, attending staff meetings, and helping to keep our database current. Interns will finish their time at PSN with a broader range of knowledge about progressive policy and political organizing and students are welcome to use this opportunity to receive credit.
Qualifications:
Any candidate must show dedication to creating positive change in the states and experience in political or community organizing is a plus. Excellent verbal and writing skills and general computer proficiency are essential. But most of all, we are looking for smart, creative thinkers and doers who want to learn how to help build and strengthen the progressive movement in this country.
To Apply:
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Outreach Associate, Julie Bero.