Common Cause

Massachusetts Internship

Common Cause  •  Massachusetts (Hybrid)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Boston, MA and will be 20 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Massachusetts. This internship will run from June 1-August 15.

Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Massachusetts relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in:

  • Supporting volunteer outreach and coalition engagement efforts
  • Conducting legislative research and tracking policy developments
  • Assisting with communications and election protection efforts
  • Drafting policy and advocacy materials for community audiences

Qualifications:

    You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

  • A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
  • A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
  • A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
  • A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
  • A willingness to learn new skills

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

Common Cause

About Common Cause

Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to restoring the core values of American democracy, reinventing an open, honest and accountable government that serves the public interest, and empowering ordinary people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Year Founded
1970
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