Working with the Public Policy team, the Advocacy intern (8-16 hours per week) will gain a better understanding of the role non-profit organizations play in public health advocacy. He or she will gain skills to prepare for a career in public health or policy, senior citizen issues and the Alzheimer’s disease arena.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Assist with planning events such as Legislative Breakfasts and State Advocacy Day
- Recruit volunteers to attend annual AIM Advocacy Forum in Washington D.C. and Walks to End Alzheimer’s events
- Prepare materials for legislative meetings and events
- Accompany public policy staff to meetings at State House and in Federal district offices as needed
- Assist with creation of content for Advocacy website and emails
- Track bills and legislative sponsors
- Conduct policy and public health research
- Assist with 2020 campaign work as needed
Educational Background:
Public policy, public health and government majors are encouraged to apply!
Skills/Experience:
- Self-starter with the ability to manage tasks independently
- Outgoing, energetic personality
- Able to work efficiently with Microsoft office, especially Excel
- Comfort with making phone calls to legislative offices and volunteers
- Event planning, policy or advocacy experience a plus
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Oct 27 2019
Active Until:
Nov 27 2019
Hiring Organization:
Alzheimer's Association
industry:
Nonprofit