JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
Women's Policy, Inc.
Program and Policy Associate
Non-profit, non-partisan women's public policy organization is seeking energetic team player to write for weekly online news report and assist with policy briefings on both domestic and international issues, with a particular focus on women’s health. Ideal candidate will have a MA in health policy, public policy, or related field, excellent organizational and writing skills, and Capitol Hill experience. Qualified candidates should send, e-mail, or fax a resume and writing sample to: Women's Policy, Inc., 409 12th Street, S.W., Suite 310, Washington, D.C. 20024, e-mail: webmaster [at] womenspolicy.org, or fax (202) 554-2346. No phone calls please.
Internship Program
The staff at WPI is small, so we rely very heavily on interns for our day-to-day operations. Interns often work without immediate supervision, so it is important that interns know how to take initiative and find creative solutions to problems. The following is a brief description of some of the projects and duties assigned to interns.
General Duties
Interns perform a variety of daily tasks that help keep our office going. These duties include clerical/administrative tasks, such as answering phones, faxing, photocopying, and database entry. Interns also are asked to read a daily newspaper and clip articles that are relevant to women's issues. These articles become part of a "day book," which is circulated to the staff each day.
Writing Projects
WPI publishes a weekly newsletter, The Source on Women's Issues in Congress, which covers legislative action important to women and their families. WPI monitors hearings, briefings, mark-ups, debate, and votes in Congress. Interns occasionally have the opportunity to assist in the production of The Source. Duties vary from week to week.
Requirements
Internship applicants should be at least freshmen in college with a strong interest in and/or experience with women's issues. They should have strong writing, communication, and computer skills. Intern applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and a 3-5 page writing sample. Candidates should indicate the length of time they are available. Internships are unpaid.
For more information about the WPI Internship Program, or to submit your application, please contact Cheryl Williams at (202) 554-2323 or webmaster [at] womenspolicy.org.
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