Community Engagement Intern — LGBTQ+ Advocacy (Austin)

Equality Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Equality Texas seeks a Community Engagement Intern to assist with field and advocacy activities in Austin, TX. The role involves coordinating with the Director of Community Engagement and Advocacy to engage supporters in legislative priorities.

The intern will participate in outreach, events, data entry, and constituent communications. 10 hours per week, January through June 2027, paid at $16 per hour; candidate must reside in Texas and commute to the Austin office.

Qualifications

• Commitment to achieving full equality for LGBTQ+ Texans.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem solving and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Make calls to constituents to encourage testimony at the capitol and help draft testimony if needed.
• Support Field Team to improve operational efficiency.
• Plan and coordinate online and offline events (webinars, rallies).
• Track volunteer participation and manage follow-up communications.
• Enter data into EveryAction and Casebook databases.
• Provide administrative support during hearings and assist constituents to record positions on bills.
• Participate in tabling events and trainings.

Skills

Strong writing

Excellent communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Discretion with confidential info

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Equality Texas seeks a Community Engagement Intern to assist with field and advocacy activities in Austin, TX. The role involves coordinating with the Director of Community Engagement and Advocacy to engage supporters in legislative priorities.

The intern will participate in outreach, events, data entry, and constituent communications. 10 hours per week, January through June 2027, paid at $16 per hour; candidate must reside in Texas and commute to the Austin office.