Sexual Assault Internship (unpaid)
Date posted: 2008-11-13
Internship/ Volunteer Program Information The National Organization of Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault encourages undergraduate and graduate students who live in Hartford County, CT, Metropolitan Boston, or New York Capital region [Albany and surrounding counties] to apply for our internship and volunteer program. All majors welcome. The College Internship Program offers undergraduate and post-graduate students an opportunity to become involved in the legislative process of state government, write articles for SCESA’s newsletter, assisted in fundraising, and conducting research on specific issues. Other duties may include writing press releases; assisting with mail and telephone contacts; or initiating contacts with other nonprofit institution such as colleges and university, human right, and social services organizations. Eligibility: A candidate must be a graduate or undergraduate student and have a: · Demonstrated interest and commitment to working on Communities of Color and Women’s rights issues· Oral and written communication skills · Commitment to work for a minimum of 12 weeks (Internship term start and end dates are flexible and may work around intern’s schedule.) Location: The main office is in Connecticut. However we have satellite offices in Troy, New York and Boston, Massachusetts. Although interns will work closely with SCESA staff, interns are not expected to work onsite at the SCESA offices during their internship. General Information: Interns are expected to work between 15 and 20 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks. Internship term start and end dates are flexible and may work around intern’s schedule. Internships are offered during the Summer, Fall, and Winter/Spring semesters. All internships are generally unpaid. Interns may receive academic credit if an agreement is made between SCESA and the intern’s college or university. Application Procedures: Candidates must complete an application form and submit it with their cover letter and resume. Some internship positions require additional application items, such as writing sample. All application items must be submitted as a complete package. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Personal and/or telephone interviews will be scheduled for finalists. Application Deadlines: For the Summer program, applications are due by May 15; for the Fall program, applications are due by August 15; and for the Winter/Spring program, applications are due by December 15. Mail or Email Applications to:The National Organization of Sisters of Color Ending Sexual AssaultInternship ProgramPO Box 625Canton, CT 06019Email: sistersl@sisterslead.org
