Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy Internship – Water Program

Our Water Program fights to protect water as a public resource rather than a commodity sold to the highest bidder.  The water program intern will assist in the campaign for more support for our public water systems, while exposing the myths and dangers of the bottled water industry.

Responsibilities

• Building strategic coalitions with religious groups, labor groups, elected officials, citizen activists, businesses and students

• Coordinating campaign events to engage citizens and pressure targets

• Assisting in media outreach to educate millions of people

• Producing printed and online materials such as action alerts, newsletters, and activist guides

• Researching emerging issues to move campaigns forward

• Bottom-lining at least one element of the campaign

• Maintain strong records of work and assist with database development

• Hold regular office hours and participate in weekly meetings with Campaign staff

Requirements

Strong interest in Food & Water Watch issues and commitment to social change. Strong verbal and written communication and time management skills. Desire to develop campaign organizing skills. Internships are typically a minimum of 10 weeks; full-time and part-time opportunities available.

To apply, e-mail cover letter, resume, and writing sample to internships(at)fwwatch(dot)org