Spring Advocacy Intern

EveryMind.; Rockville (MD); Híbrido; USD 10.000 - 17.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mileage reimbursement

Monthly technology stipend

Descripción de la vacante

EveryMind. is seeking an Advocacy Intern for the spring semester in Rockville, MD. The role offers hybrid work with 16–24 hours per week during business hours, providing hands-on experience in policy analysis, research, and government relations.

You will research mental health policies, draft policy materials, and connect with local and state legislators while gaining mentorship and real-world exposure to advocacy strategies.

Formación

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, or Public Health.
• Strong research, writing, and critical analysis skills.
• Interest in mental health policy, advocacy, and legislative processes.
• Ability to communicate with policymakers and community stakeholders.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with online legislative tracking tools a plus.
• Reliable Transportation; will go to regular outreach events

Responsabilidades

• Research and analyze current mental health policies at local, state, and federal levels.
• Draft policy proposals, position papers, talking points, and testimony.
• Engage with county and state legislators and build relationships with offices.
• Assist with online database management and tracking legislation.
• Travel between sites as needed

Conocimientos

Research skills

Writing skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Public policy interest

Educación

Undergraduate or graduate student in Public Policy/Political Science/Social Work/Public Health

Herramientas

Legislative tracking tools

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Make a Difference with EveryMind –Spring Advocacy Internship Opportunity!

This internship takes place in the Spring semester, typically beginning in early January and ending May/June.

Why Join EveryMind?

For more than 65 years, EveryMind has strengthened communities and empowered individuals through mental health and community support services. With 200 staff across 27 locations, we deliver programs that make a lasting impact.

As an Advocacy Intern, you’ll support EveryMind’s policy and legislative initiatives while gaining hands‑on experience in research, analysis, and government relations. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about mental health policy, local politics, and the legislative process while making a meaningful impact.

Schedule:

Flexible, part-time (16-24 hours/week during business hours, M–F)

Location:

EveryMind Headquarters, Rockville, MD (with hybrid opportunities)

You’ll work primarily with the Advocacy Department while also collaborating with program staff across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on current mental health policies and legislative proposals at local, state, and federal levels
• Policy Development: Collaborate with team members to draft policy proposals, position papers, talking points, and testimony
• Outreach and Relationships: Connect with county and state level legislators to support advocacy initiatives and build relationships with offices
• Online Database Management: Support procedures to track legislation and communications with outside agencies
• Frequent travel between sites

Qualifications

• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student studying Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
• Strong research, writing, and critical analysis skills.
• Interest in mental health policy, advocacy, and legislative processes.
• Comfortable communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers and community members.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with online legislative tracking tools a plus.
• Reliable Transportation; will go to regular outreach events

What You’ll Gain

• Firsthand experience with advocacy strategies and the legislative process.
• Opportunities to research and draft real-world policy materials.
• Networking with local and state legislators and advocacy partners.
• Mentorship from experienced advocacy professionals.
• A deeper understanding of how policy impacts mental health services and communities.
• A structured internship for a full school year
• Weekly supervision and professional mentorship
• Mileage reimbursement and a monthly technology stipend