Communications - Gov't Affairs Intern
The Alliance for Retired Americans is seeking a bright, energetic intern to work in its Communications and Government and Political Affairs Departments for 15-32 hours per week during the Winter/Spring semester. The Alliance works with retired activists around the country to organize grassroots activism around a progressive political and economic agenda. Interning for the organization is a great way to gain exposure to the exciting world of legislative policy, communications, and field work as well as the labor movement.
$16.10 per hour
January 4 - May 26, 2023
Remote on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in-person on Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays (covid vaccination required)
Communications
- Write for newsletter and web site
- Assist with social media outreach
- Compile press clips and track coverage of key news topics for references to retiree issues
- Develop press lists and media advisories for state events
- review web site for possible changes
- create graphics
- Work with field staff around the country to implement field plans
- Help manage member database
Government and Political Affairs
- Compile Congressional Voting Record which scores lawmakers on seniors' issues
- Monitor work of Congress as it pertains to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and Pensions
- Research/update data for fact sheets and web site
- Attend Congressional hearings of relevance to the organization
- Work with Alliance members in key Congressional districts on recess activities
- Respond to Alliance member inquiries
- Attend progressive coalition meetings with/on behalf of department staff
Desired qualifications include:
- A keen interest (and preferably some background) in progressive politics
- Excellent writing skills
- Willingness/ability to work with a wide range of people
- Graphics and web experience a plus
- Some college classroom experience preferred
The Alliance for Retired Americans is a nationwide organization, founded in May 2001, with over 4.4 million members working together to make their voices heard in the laws, policies, politics, and institutions that shape our lives. For 21 years, we have enrolled and mobilized retired union members and other seniors and community activists into a nationwide grassroots movement advocating an agenda that respects work and strengthens families.
$16.10 per hour
January 4 - May 26, 2023
Remote on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in-person on Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays (covid vaccination required)
Communications
- Write for newsletter and web site
- Assist with social media outreach
- Compile press clips and track coverage of key news topics for references to retiree issues
- Develop press lists and media advisories for state events
- review web site for possible changes
- create graphics
- Work with field staff around the country to implement field plans
- Help manage member database
Government and Political Affairs
- Compile Congressional Voting Record which scores lawmakers on seniors' issues
- Monitor work of Congress as it pertains to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and Pensions
- Research/update data for fact sheets and web site
- Attend Congressional hearings of relevance to the organization
- Work with Alliance members in key Congressional districts on recess activities
- Respond to Alliance member inquiries
- Attend progressive coalition meetings with/on behalf of department staff
Desired qualifications include:
- A keen interest (and preferably some background) in progressive politics
- Excellent writing skills
- Willingness/ability to work with a wide range of people
- Graphics and web experience a plus
- Some college classroom experience preferred
The Alliance for Retired Americans is a nationwide organization, founded in May 2001, with over 4.4 million members working together to make their voices heard in the laws, policies, politics, and institutions that shape our lives. For 21 years, we have enrolled and mobilized retired union members and other seniors and community activists into a nationwide grassroots movement advocating an agenda that respects work and strengthens families.
