Spring Organizing Intern — Hybrid in DMV, Paid $18.50

Job Post; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time eligible

Excellent work-life balance

Hybrid role in DMV area

Job summary

The Christopher Street Project is offering a Spring Organizing Internship in the DMV area. This part-time, paid internship runs January 11 to April 30, 2027, at $18.50 per hour, with up to 15 hours per week.

The role focuses on public policy, grassroots organizing, and conference planning, providing hands-on learning and a pathway to build foundational knowledge in community outreach and legislative work. Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, interns assist with event planning, coalition

Qualifications

• Applicants must be located in the DMV area.
• Strong interpersonal communication, writing, and computer skills.
• Interest in public policy, grassroots organizing, or events preferred.
• Internships are part-time and paid at $18.50/hour.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of the Transgender Visibility Conference (March 13-16, 2027).
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling.
• Assist during lobby days on Capitol Hill.
• Assist in contacting and recruiting event participants and volunteers.
• Research and draft resources and toolkits for external stakeholders.
• Research potential partner organizations and organizing networks.
• Attend coalition meetings and affiliate webinars.
• Research potential marketing ideas.
• Aid in drafting and calendaring of marketing materials.
• Assist with ad hoc mobilization and marketing initiatives.
• 1:1s and professional development with senior leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Writing

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Initiative

Job description

The Christopher Street Project is offering a Spring Organizing Internship in the DMV area. This part-time, paid internship runs January 11 to April 30, 2027, at $18.50 per hour, with up to 15 hours per week.

The role focuses on public policy, grassroots organizing, and conference planning, providing hands-on learning and a pathway to build foundational knowledge in community outreach and legislative work. Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, interns assist with event planning, coalition