Graduate Advocacy Policy Intern - Data-Driven & Remote

United Way for Greater Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 5,400; Part time

Job summary

A community organization is offering a Graduate Student Advocacy Internship for UT Austin graduate students for Summer 2026. This position will support advocacy activities including policy research, relationship building, and the development of UWATX's advocacy strategy. The intern will engage deeply in economic mobility initiatives and benefit from hands-on experience and mentorship in the nonprofit sector. A total stipend of $5,400 will be provided, with a flexible schedule of 15-20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Interest in public policy, advocacy, data analysis, or the nonprofit sector.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and synthesize complex information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating a robust advocacy internship program.
• Gather and synthesize data for policy and advocacy work.
• Conduct policy research related to economic mobility and early childhood education.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Familiarity with data visualization tools

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Graduate student enrolled in UT Austin LBJ School program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A community organization is offering a Graduate Student Advocacy Internship for UT Austin graduate students for Summer 2026. This position will support advocacy activities including policy research, relationship building, and the development of UWATX's advocacy strategy. The intern will engage deeply in economic mobility initiatives and benefit from hands-on experience and mentorship in the nonprofit sector. A total stipend of $5,400 will be provided, with a flexible schedule of 15-20 hours per week.