Internship Opportunities at Emerge California

Are you passionate about women in politics? Are you a Democrat? Do you want to change the world? Then intern at Emerge California!

Marketing, Public Relations & Social Media

Responsibilities: Help expand and maintain the online presence of Emerge California (including Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, the Emerge California blog, and the website); Create press releases, blogs, editorials, etc.; Pitch stories to media outlets; Attend meetings and events on behalf of the organization.

Qualifications: Experience in marketing and/or public relations preferred. Strong communication skills required.

Political Research & Database Management

Responsibilities: Research current political events, issues, elected officials and women leaders for programmatic relevance; Update and maintain database with latest contact data, election results and Alumni updates.

Qualifications: Experience using internet search engines and database software systems. Experience using NGP a huge plus.

Program & Curriculum

Responsibilities: Research and review training and curriculum materials for the program; Revise program curriculum materials as needed; Liaise with past and future trainers regarding training modules; Scout potential locations and anticipate logistical needs.

Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Community Outreach & Partnership Management

Responsibilities: Coordinate outreach efforts for recruitment including researching and developing relationships with Democratic and other like-minded organizations in and around the Bay Area and beyond; Maintain contact with program alumni; Attend events and info sessions on behalf of Emerge.

Qualifications: Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and experience in outreach preferred.

Development, Fundraising & Event Planning

Responsibilities: Research potential donors and grant opportunities and prepare all necessary related materials; Assist with event management and coordination including the annual event, receptions and house parties; Assist with budget planning for 2012 fiscal program year; Attend events on behalf of Emerge.

Qualifications: Strong organizational skills required. Experience with fundraising and/or finance is preferred but not required.

All internships are unpaid, but Emerge California supports all students who apply for school credit and a small travel stipends can be arranged as needed. All internships are based in Oakland, CA. If you are interested in becoming an intern for Emerge California, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your interest in Emerge California, your availability, and start/end dates to Nadia Conrad at: nadia@emergeca.org