Political Advocate Intern

Job Summary:

Resilience, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the mental health of students, as well as reducing mass shootings, suicide, and depression. Resilience, Inc also works to combat declining test scores, low student engagement, and a slew of other social issues. 

Our organization focuses on offering Social Emotional Learning tools to enable K-12 schools to teach emotional intelligence through five core topics; self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship management, goal setting, and effective decision-making. Resilience, Inc. also provides tools for acquiring and maintaining inspiration, hope, and overall well-being.  

Our mission is to teach SEL at every school in the country. It is a tough challenge, but we know “No Challenge, No Change.” If you are also concerned about children’s mental health and social being, join us! Become a member of Resilience, Inc, and help change the way schools approach mental health.

Resilience offers unpaid internship programs that require at least a 4 month commitment with a minimum of 5 hours per week. There are flexible start and end dates with the option to continue after meeting the minimum requirement

Although this is an unpaid internship, there is the opportunity to earn school credit. Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Monitor and research legislation and policy trends related to SEL, mental health, education, and student well-being.
• Draft policy briefs, advocacy letters, talking points, and fact sheets for legislators and stakeholders.
• Assist with outreach to elected officials and government agencies to promote SEL-aligned legislation and funding.
• Help plan and support virtual or in-person advocacy events, roundtables, and legislative briefings.
• Develop and manage content for advocacy campaigns, including emails, social media, petitions, and newsletters.
• Collaborate with community partners, educators, and other nonprofits to build support for SEL policy goals.
• Track engagement metrics and outcomes related to grassroots and legislative outreach.

Qualifications: 

• Deep interest in education policy, mental health advocacy, or social-emotional learning.
• Strong research and written communication skills, especially in a policy or campaign setting.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. education systems and legislative processes.
• Self-starter who is detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
• Experience with political organizing, student government, nonprofit advocacy, or related fields is a plus.
• Familiarity with digital advocacy tools (e.g., Action Network, Canva, social media management) is a bonus.

Note: This internship offers a unique chance to be part of a meaningful project that positively impacts the lives of refugees. While the position is unpaid, it provides valuable experience in project management, social impact initiatives, and collaboration with diverse teams. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a noble cause and enhance your skills in a real-world setting.

Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.