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Engagement and Leadership Intern

National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a 133-year-old Jewish feminist civil rights organization working for equity and justice for women, children, and families in the United States and Israel. With 250,000 grassroots advocates and 46 local sections, we combine education, direct service, and advocacy to create lasting social change. We approach our work through a Jewish, gender, economic, and racial justice lens, centering those most impacted. Our deep partnerships across civil rights, faith-based, and governmental spaces reflect our intersectional values.

NCJW is pleased to offer internships to rising college juniors and seniors as well as fellowships for graduate students. This is a great opportunity to learn first-hand about nonprofit advocacy, community engagement, event planning, and leadership development. This program is ideal for individuals who are passionate about social justice, civic engagement, and creating lasting, positive change. Please note that while there is a strong preference for DC-based candidates who can complete the internship/fellowship in-person, we will consider exceptional remote applicants.

Opportunities & Responsibilities

• Washington Advocacy Summit Support
  • Support recruitment and outreach efforts to increase attendance at NCJW’s 2027 Washington Advocacy Summit.
  • Research and identify prospective attendees, including emerging advocates, friends of current attendees, congregation members/leaders, etc.
  • Develop and maintain lists of prospective attendees, organizational partners, and community contacts to support targeted recruitment.
  • Assist with personalized outreach to prospective attendees and partner organizations through email, phone calls, and other communication channels.
  • Support the development and implementation of recruitment strategies to engage Jewish women and advocates in communities across the country.
  • Help develop recruitment materials, including outreach emails, talking points, and promotional messaging tailored to different audiences.
  • Track recruitment efforts, responses, and registration trends to help evaluate outreach effectiveness and identify opportunities for additional engagement.
• Professional Development: Participate in regular training sessions, mentorship opportunities, and collaborative projects designed to enhance your leadership, advocacy, and communication skills. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals in the nonprofit sector, gaining invaluable insights and connections to help further your career.
• Capitol Hill Visit: Plan and execute a lobby day by meeting with congressional staff and/or your members of Congress to discuss NCJW priority issues.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and communication skills, ability to learn quickly, and a commitment to social justice issues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel, and/or Google Sheets is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an interest in building and maintaining positive relationships with leaders across our network.
• No previous professional experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and get involved.
• Two years of higher education or commensurate experience is strongly preferred.

Schedule

• 12 hours per week, spread across 2 or 3 days
• Late January to early May

Compensation

$18.40/hour and/or academic credit

NCJW is an equal opportunity employer. Women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.