Hybrid Policy & Research Intern (Summer, Part-Time)

Second Day; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start date

15-20 hours per week

Job summary

Rising Voices is seeking an undergraduate or recent graduate intern for a summer internship program. Through policy, organizing, and researched-based projects, the intern will gain valuable experiences centered on local and state policy advocacy processes.

We are seeking candidates from a wide range of disciplines, including public policy, political science, social work, and the arts. The Policy & Research Intern will work with the Policy & Political Director.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student or recent graduate in Political Science, Public Policy, Pre-Law, International Relations, Government Affairs, or related field.
• Align with Rising Voices' Mission and Values.
• Familiarity with issues facing AAPI, BIPOC and/or other marginalized communities.
• Some familiarity with the state and federal legislative process.
• Interest in cross-racial and multigenerational solidarity and coalition building.
• Commitment to advancing racial equity and working with local, state, and national government, nonprofit, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of RV's work, vision, and relationships with key partners.
• Increase exposure to current Asian American public policy issues in Michigan and in the US.
• Recognize the role of policy, research, and organizing in addressing social justice issues.
• Attend internal and external meetings and assist with team-related projects as needed.
• Track relevant policy and state budget issues using Gongwer, the Michigan Legislature, and other trackers.
• Research issues such as inclusive education, immigration justice, language access, voting rights, reproductive justice.
• Improve skills in legislative research, writing, policy analysis, budgets, data analysis, and power mapping.
• Outreach to the public and stakeholders on campaigns and build community support.
• Assist with planning and executing relevant events.
• And other duties as assigned.

Skills

AAPI Issues Awareness

BIPOC Issues Awareness

Policy Research

Legislative Process

Writing

Coalition Building

Education

Political Science

Public Policy

Pre-Law

International Relations

Government Affairs

Job description

Rising Voices is seeking an undergraduate or recent graduate intern for a summer internship program. Through policy, organizing, and researched-based projects, the intern will gain valuable experiences centered on local and state policy advocacy processes.

We are seeking candidates from a wide range of disciplines, including public policy, political science, social work, and the arts. The Policy & Research Intern will work with the Policy & Political Director.