UW Impact – the legislative advocacy program of the UW Alumni Association – seeks an enthusiastic and motivated intern to assist with data management, communications and engagement.
The intern will be asked to help UW Impact staff execute the communications/engagement strategy, including content creation, event support and data management. Interns will also learn about Washington State higher education policy and learn about the field of alumni relations in a fast-paced office.
Internship projects include:
- Assist in the creation and distribution of social media, newsletters, blog posts, political action alerts, and advocacy communications.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of events including logistics, set-up, staffing and clean-up.
- Assist in data management including data entry, maintenance and research.
Qualifications:
Open to any undergraduate who is interested in communications, policy, advocacy, and education. Candidate must be fluent in English, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interns must be self-starters who are able to work both independently and collaborate with staff and internal partners. UW Impact operates a small office that requires an intern who is flexible and comfortable working on both menial and complex tasks. Event experience and facility with Microsoft Office is preferred. Coursework in communications, policy, government or education a plus.
Salary and Hours:
The position is paid at $15 per hour, 10 hours per week during the 2016-17 academic school year. Some evenings and weekends (infrequent) may be required.
About UW Impact:
UW Impact was created by the UW Alumni Association in 2010, at a time when the university was experiencing drastic state cuts due to the Great Recession. UW Impact mobilizes alumni on behalf of restoring state support for the UW and public higher education.
The UW Impact program has two main aims: advocacy and education. During Washington State legislative sessions, we encourage UWAA members, UW alums and friends of public higher education to become advocates by taking action using UW Impact’s resources. Outside of session, we conduct trainings, meetings and events and send communications to keep our advocate community informed and engaged.