ORGANIZING INTERNSHIP ILLINOIS OFFICE
We’re building a generation of civic actors capable of and committed to filling the ideas gap in communities across the country in the pursuit of pragmatic, progressive policy change.
Join us! The Roosevelt Institute | Campus Network seeks two innovative and hard-working individuals to help grow our network in Illinois. Working closely with the Roosevelt Institute | Campus Network Illinois Director as well as the student-run Midwest Regional Team, the Organizing Interns will help Roosevelt grow at colleges and universities across the state by building relationships on campuses and sharing information about Roosevelt programs and how to start chapters. The Campus Network has opened a local office in Chicago focused on providing programming support and local opportunities to participating students in Illinois. Students are our network’s best ambassadors. We’re looking to you to help spread the word about Roosevelt programs designed to give undergraduate students hands-on experience in shaping progressive public policy. Gain experience in campus and community organizing by working closely with the Illinois director and other Campus Network national staff to reach out to four-year universities and community colleges across the state of Illinois. You’ll gain experience in presenting to public policy classes, professors, and administrators, as well as students and student groups. Outreach work will be focused on Roosevelt’s major programs and Illinois-specific programs including but not limited to NextGen Illinois, Summer Academy, the 10 Ideas journal series, and Rethinking Communities. This is an ideal opportunity for freshman and sophomore students interested in public policy and community organizing. Work with a team and on your own campus to create
and execute outreach plans that help the Campus Network grow and further progressive values. What does it mean to join our community of policy thinkers, organizers, and leaders? We’re committed to the Rooseveltian way – progressive values, creative ideas, and bold action. We’re invested in building a community of smart, engaged individuals able to drive all three.
Primary Responsibilities of Organizing Interns: •
With the help of the Illinois Director and Midwest ALT team, create an outreach strategy to connect with colleges and universities in the Chicago area;
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Build relationships with student group leaders and faculty;
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Host policy discussions, presentations, and informational sessions on your own campus and others;
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Work to build a Roosevelt chapter at your school.
Additional responsibilities: •
Help with logistics and events hosted by the Illinois Roosevelt office;
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Help track and manage our growth using our NationBuilder data system.
Skills and qualifications: •
Interest in outreach or organizing;
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A current member of the Roosevelt Institute | Campus Network or interested in joining;
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Comfortable reaching out to and connecting with new people, groups, etc.;
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Intense passion for people-driven change, new pathways for democratic engagement, public policy, community organizing, and/or student advocacy;
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Comfortable speaking in front of groups;
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Self-starter, highly motivated, resourceful, flexible and creative;
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Good attention to detail and follow-through.
Important information regarding this position: There are two openings for this internship. Applications will close on Sunday, February 8th and the position will begin as soon as possible following the hiring decision. Both Organizing Interns will be based in the Chicago office and be expected to work 10 hours per week. The fellowship will run 11 weeks, ending in May 2015. This is a paid position.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to
[email protected]. Please include the job title in your email subject. The Roosevelt Institute | Campus Network is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to engaging the skills and leadership of people of color, low-income persons, LGBT persons, differently-abled people, and other people from diverse backgrounds. People from these and other traditionally marginalized backgrounds and communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
