About: Legislative Session Internships will occur in tandem with the 2025 Legislative Session. The legislative action plan relies heavily on grassroots mobilization, coordination, and recruitment. Interns will gain real life organizing experience through working with volunteers, chapter team members, and community allies to prevent gun violence within Washington. Interns will work closely with the organizing staff to strengthen a foundation of community support for gun violence prevention while implementing a comprehensive plan to deliver tangible policy victories. Ideal candidates are outgoing critical thinkers who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be invested in gun violence prevention efforts while learning about legislative processes and political organizing tactics.
If approved by your academic institution, this internship can count as course credit! Interns will be expected to contribute 10-12 hours per week from Jan 2 – May 1st (18 weeks). Weekly hours are negotiable for high school applicants. Schedules are flexible, but may vary week to week based upon organizing events or opportunities. Interns should expect to work at least one evening shift per week (in Seattle) and one weekday shift per week (in Olympia). Transportation to events in Olympia will be provided. Should in person status change we will inform you during the interview or during your time as an intern should you get hired.
Responsibilities:
- Activate members, partnering organizations, and grassroots networks to contact their legislators
- Participate in and execute aspects of lobbying efforts in Olympia
- Recruit and manage volunteers
- Manage volunteer lists and databases
- Operate phone banks and outreach events, outside of typical business hours
- Make appointments for volunteers with legislators
- Assist Alliance staff in various tasks relating to communications, operations, etc. as needed
To Apply: Send a resume to [email protected]. Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received until positions are filled. The application deadline is Dec 1st, however priority will be given to applications received before November 26th.
Our organization is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering and supporting workplace culture inclusive of people regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, marital status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs or any other non-merit fact, so that all employees feel included, valued, and supported. People of Color and Members of the LGBTQIA community are strongly encouraged to apply.