Organizing Intern

Job Description

Student Organizer Internship Program: Organizing Intern

Our Student Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with a unique and impactful experience. This program enables interns to work closely with community partners to advance a critical economic justice and pro-environmental agenda. We are committed to fostering a strong sense of civic engagement and responsibility in our future leaders.

The student organizer will report directly to the Organizing Director to help amplify the core policies of Team Terra.

Position Title: Organizing Intern

Summary of the Role

The office of Supervisor Lawson-Remer is seeking a Student Worker to play a key role in advancing the Supervisor’s agenda. The Student Worker will help execute programs and events focused on key policy issues. This role involves collaboration with community partners, planning events throughout District 3, and informing community groups about County initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Attending community meetings and events to represent and speak on behalf of the County Supervisor.
• Participate in community events and meetings to engage community partners on key policy areas for the Supervisor.
• Collaborate with team members to develop outreach strategies that effectively reach diverse communities (upon needed assistance/request).
• Gather data on multiple tracking systems.
• Assist in organizing community events on a wide range of topics, including environmental issues, immigration, workers’ rights, and smart justice.
• Assist with administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate is an outgoing, reliable, dynamic person who is a problem-solver and a great team player.

Time Commitment and Hours

This internship requires 15-20 hours a week. The summer internship can be extended to the fall at the discretion of the Organizing Director. Hours are flexible, but a portion of work time needs to be during the regular 8 am – 5 pm workday, with some evening and weekend events required.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience. The pay rate for an Academic Student Worker is set by County ordinance and based on the number of academic units completed.

About the Fellows Program

The Student Worker Internship program offers a fully immersive experience in a fast-paced policy and organizing environment. In addition to gaining valuable experience in organizing, Student Workers will also handle their own projects with specific deliverables and interdisciplinary learnings.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be full-time students at a vocational program, job readiness program, or an accredited college or university with at least a 2.0 semester/quarter grade point average (GPA).
• Must have interest in elevating a transformative agenda at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in community organizing, grassroots organizations, casework, customer care, or communications a PLUS!
• Bilingual speaking & writing skills are welcome.

Note: At the beginning and end of each semester/quarter, student workers/interns are responsible for submitting a “student unit load verification” completed by their academic institution. Student Workers shall comply with the established policies and practices of their assigned school’s internship program and the County of San Diego agreement regarding eligibility requirements.

Application Procedure

Individuals interested in applying for an internship with the office of Supervisor Lawson-Remer should send the following documents by email to Cipriano.vargas@sdcounty.ca.gov:

• A cover letter describing interest.
• A resume.
• The names and telephone numbers of three professional references.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this job posting.

Deadline

Until filled. We encourage applicants to send materials as soon as possible, but applications will be accepted until a candidate is selected.

Condition of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.