Public Affairs Intern Spring 2023
The Public Affairs & Education Department is looking for an intern to assist the department in communicating GLAD’s ground-breaking legal victories to the public and make sure that LGBTQ+ and HIV-positive people are aware of and can exercise their legal rights.
Typical projects may include but are not limited to:
‣ Representing GLAD at outreach events (including Pride celebrations, tabling forums, discussion panels, etc.)
‣ Assisting with logistics of upcoming events and workshops
‣ Drafting blog posts and assisting with social media projects as well as administrative tasks
‣ Working one day per week on GLAD Answers (additional training required)
‣ Some data entry and administrative tasks
‣ Maintaining and updating GLAD Answers and other Know Your Rights materials (will be guided)
Qualifications
‣ Should have a strong desire to make contributions to the LGBTQ+ and HIV-positive communities and preferably have some experience in an office setting.
‣ The ability to complete self-directed projects is necessary
‣ Strong organizational, research, and communications skills are required
‣ Attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work with a team are critical
‣ Excellent time management skills
‣ Public speaking or outreach experience and interest
‣ Additionally, candidates with knowledge and expertise in social media are encouraged to apply
This is a stipend internship.
To apply, please email a cover letter, writing sample, and resume to Braedyn Dorn at bdorn@glad.org with “[Season] [Year] Internship” in the subject line (e.g. “Summer 2023 Internship”).
GLAD requires all interns working in GLAD’s offices, at events, or engaging in any in-person work on GLAD’s behalf to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Interns may request an exemption to this policy as a reasonable accommodation for religious and/or medical reasons.
GLAD is dedicated to building a diverse staff, and one that is committed to equity and opportunity for all. GLAD strongly encourages applications from transgender people, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and people living with HIV/AIDS.