Policy & Research Intern
The Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth is searching for a Policy & Research intern to support the Commission’s policy & research work through the 2023 Spring semester. Our intern would be expected to assist in editing & formatting the Commission’s FY 2024 Annual Report (due for release at the end of April 2023), as well as general tasks like drafting the policy section of the Commission’s biweekly newsletter, joining policy advocacy meetings, and creating social media content highlighting the Commission’s legislative priorities & recommendations.
Interns would be expected to commit to at least 5-7 hours per week, with the possibility of occasional evening or weekend hours. Schedule will be determined prior to the start of the internship based on the intern’s course schedule and/or prior commitments. Position will be overseen by the Commission’s Legislative & Policy Manager from January to May. Position is unpaid, but is eligible for course credit.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the Commission’s work in research and policy advocacy
- Interest and/or experience working in the areas of education, health, juvenile justice, and/or homelessness
- Experience working with the LGBTQ+ community is preferred
- Experience working on social media or graphic design
- Experience with Google Workshop & Microsoft Suite programs
These qualifications are flexible, and the Commission takes into consideration that experience is gained in a multitude of ways that especially includes lived experience. QTBIPOC, Two-Spirit, LGBTQIA+, immigrant, and disabled youth are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants should submit their resume and three professional references, with one reference including either the applicant’s most recent supervisor or an academic advisor/professor. If applicants are using this internship for course credit, they should also be sure to submit their internship requirements/syllabus and the contact information for their internship advisor.
Interested candidates with questions can reach out directly to rdanis@jri.org.
JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees, interns, volunteers and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.