Ms. Carol Potok
Executive Director
Aid to Inmate Mothers
P.O. Box 986
Montgomery, AL 36101-0986

Phone: 334-262-2245
Fax: 334-262-2296
Website: www.inmatemoms.org

Organization Description: Aid to Inmate Mothers (AIM) provides educational programs such as Life Skills, Parenting, Literacy, and Domestic Violence in the prison setting. They also provide visitation with children, Storybook Program which is a book taping program by inmate mothers for children and follow up for released inmates. They offer a Girl Scout Troop and summer camp for children with incarcerated parents.

Internship Description: The intern would help do interviews at the prison, run inmate board meetings, assist with visitation, girl scout troop, help write grants and organize established fundraisers.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Volunteer Coordinating

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Alaska State Commission for Human Rights

Ms. Paula M. Haley
Executive Director
Alaska State Commission for Human Rights
800 A Street
Suite 204
Anchorage, AK 99501

Phone: 907-276-7474
Fax:
Website:

Organization Description: The Alaska State Commission for Human Rights enforces the Alaska Human Rights Law which prohibits discrimination through impartial investigation of complaints, conciliation, administrative hearings and public education.

Internship Description: Internships are available and students with an interest in human rights are encouraged to apply. Intern assignments are adjusted to the background of the student.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Safely in Mothers Arms, Inc

Ms. Alicia Wadas
President
Safely in Mothers Arms, Inc
4757 East Greenway
107B-#124
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Phone: 800-464-4840
Fax:
Website: www.mothersarms.org

Organization Description: Mothers Arms teaches women and their families how to protect themselves using common sense, awareness, training and safety resource tools.

Internship Description: Mothers Arms offers many intern opportunities including writing newsletters, or grants or database management. They are also planning self defense workshops. After 90 days interns are eligible to apply for an hourly wage.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Grant writing

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $10/day

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Prosecutor's Victim Services Center

Ms. Louise Furst
Volunteer Coordinator
Prosecutor's Victim Services Center
844 Faulkner Street
Conway, AR 72032

Phone: 501-450-3051
Fax:
Website:

Organization Description: The office of Prosecutor's Victim Services Center handles victims of domestic violence, rape, child abuse, murder by performing direct victim services and court assistance.

Internship Description: Interns are encouraged to become a part of their direct victim service program.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other: Advocacy through court work

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

ACCESS-Women's Health Rights Coalition

Ms. Alma Avila-Pilchman
Program Manager
ACCESS-Women's Health Rights Coalition
PO Box 3609
Oakland, CA 94609

Phone: 510-923-0739
Fax:
Website: www.whrc-acess.org

Organization Description: Access exists to make reproductive freedom, including access to abortion services, a concrete reality for all women. They run a toll free hotline that serves 47 counties in Northern and Central California and a practical support network that provides concrete assistance to women seeking abortion and other services. They also develop and implement a variety of public education and advocacy campaigns.

Internship Description: Interns answer the hotline, provide information, referrals and counseling to callers. Interns are also involved in fundraising, advocacy and public education efforts.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Leadership development.

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other: Spanish, Ethnic Studies

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Action Alliance for Children

Ms. Jessine Foss
Administrative Assistant
Action Alliance for Children
1201 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Oakland, CA 94612

Phone: 710-444-7136
Fax:
Website: www.4children.org

Organization Description: The Action Alliance serves as a key communications and education link among people committed to the well being of children and families in California,

Internship Description: Journalism interns write articles and conduct research for the Alliance's Children's Advocate newspaper which reports on public policy issues affecting children and families.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: News Reporting

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Journalism

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Break the Cycle

Ms. Serena Joel
Volunteer Coordinator
Break the Cycle
PO Box 64996
Los Angeles, CA 90064

Phone: 310-286-3366
Fax: 310-286-3386
Website: www.breakthecycle.org

Organization Description: Break the Cycle's mission is to end domestic violence by working proactively with youth. This mission is furthered by providing young people ages 12-22 with preventive education, free legal services, advocacy and support.

Internship Description: Numerous internship opportunities are available throughout the year. Both undergraduates and law students are needed. Interns work with outreach programs, fundraising, research and writing on domestic violence topics and administration.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League

Intern Program
California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League
32 Monterey Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94131

Phone: 415-334-1502
Fax: 415-334-6510
Website: www.caral.org

Organization Description: CARAL is a statewide grassroots organization that uses the political process and community education to ensure that all women have access to the full range of reproductive health options including safe legal abortions.

Internship Description: CARAL interns work one on one with staff members on political and educational programs.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Community Education

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: January
Summer: April

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Travel stipend

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

California Commission on the Status of Women

Ms. Mary M. Wiberg
Executive Director
California Commission on the Status of Women
1303 J Street-Suite 400
Sacramento, CA 95814-2900

Phone: 916-445-3173
Fax: 915-322-9436
Website: www.women.ca.gov

Organization Description: The Commission is a 37 year old state agency charged with addressing issues of concern to California women and their families.

Internship Description: The commission offers unpaid internships and supports opportunities for students to gain academic credit. The length and hours are coordinated with the students needs.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

California National Organization for Women

Ms. Mandy Benson
Field Director
California National Organization for Women
926 J Street
Suite 424
Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: 916-442-3414
Fax: 916-442-4765
Website: www.canow.org

Organization Description: NOW is a political activist organization working to ensure safety, health and equal opportunity for women and girls.

Internship Description: Internships are primarily based on the interests of the student and are available with the Legislative, Grassroots and Program departments. General internships are also available. While they do not offer a stipend they do pay for parking.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Basic office experience

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

California's Women's Law Center

Ms. Amanda Sher
Project Coordinator
California's Women's Law Center
3460 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 1102
Los Angeles, CA 90010

Phone: 213-637-9900
Fax: 213-637-9909
Website: www.cwlc.org

Organization Description: The California Women's Law Center works to ensure, through systemic change that life opportunities for women and girls are free of social, economic and political constraints. The CWLC focuses its efforts on sex discrimination, violence against women, family law and women's health, race and gender, economic security, and exploitation of women.

Internship Description: CWLC engages interns for the fall and spring semester and during the summer. Responsibilities include researching and writing memoranda on legal issues, assisting with Amicus Briefs, community organizing, and other assignments providing support to staff. Most interns are volunteers but they do offer one summer fellowship with a stipend of $4,500. This internship requires a separate application. While most interns are law students they do accept undergraduate students as well,

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Ongoing
Spring: Ongoing
Summer: February

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $4,500 fellowship

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Special Application for Summer Stipended Position

Child Care Law Center

Ms. Rafefet Avramovitz
Program Administrator
Child Care Law Center
221 Pine Street
3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104

Phone: 415-394-7144
Fax: 415-394-7140
Website: www.childcarelaw.org

Organization Description: The Child Care Law Center is a nonprofit public interest legal services organization focusing on child care issues.

Internship Description: Interns work on specific projects under the supervision of a staff attorney. They also answer questions on the daily information and referral services line.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: February 1

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript: X
Other: References

Children Affected by AIDS Foundation

Ms. Catherine A. Brown
Executive Director
Children Affected by AIDS Foundation
Suite 280
6033 West Century Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Phone: 310-258-0850
Fax:
Website: www.caafkids.org

Organization Description: CAAF is a national grantmaking foundation who grants funds to organizations that are serving families impacted by AIDS.

Internship Description: Varies depending on the needs of the foundation and the talents of the intern.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: event planning, grants administration

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Equal Rights Advocates

Ms. Sue Gershenson
Human Resources Manager
Equal Rights Advocates
1663 Mission Street
Suite 250
San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: 415-621-0672
Fax:
Website: www.equalrights.org

Organization Description: Since its founding in 1974, Equal Rights Advocates has been a leader in the legal fight for women's equity. ERA's mission is to protect and secure equal rights and economic opportunities for women and girls through litigation and advocacy.

Internship Description: Second and third year law students are needed as interns to work on pending cases performing legal research and outreach and training to community groups.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Family Violence Prevention Fund

Ms. Anna Marjavi
Internship Coordinator
Family Violence Prevention Fund
National Health Initiative on Domestic Violence
383 Rhode Island Street, Suite 304
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133

Phone:
Fax: 415-252-8991
Website: www.endabuse.org

Organization Description: The National Health Initiative works to improve health care's response to domestic violence through provider training, public education, and public policy. The Initiative houses several programs including The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence, The National Health Care Standards Campaign, The National Conference on Health Care and Domestic Violence, and Public Policy Initiatives.

Internship Description: Interns work on specific projects for one of the Initiatives program areas. Individual projects are negotiated with the staff and decided prior to the start of the internship.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $1100 per month

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: References-See web site for additional information

Project Concern International

Ms. Lorna Hirae Reese
Volunteer Coordinator
Project Concern International
3550 Afton Road
San Diego, CA 92123

Phone: 859-279-0690
Fax: 858-694-9204
Website: www.projectconcern.org

Organization Description: Project Concern is an International health organization that saves the lives of children by preventing disease and providing access to clean water and safe food. Project Concern serves twelve countries on five continents reaching over three million people annually.

Internship Description: Intern will support PCI 's Gender Equity Commission in carrying out the gender and diversity initiative, research and draft documents, research and compile information on best practices and resources and help develop a test gender audit program for use in one or two field programs. One year commitment preferred.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Project Inform

Mr. Mark Owns
Volunteer & Intern Services Manager
Project Inform
205 13th Street
Suite 2001
San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: 415-558-8669
Fax:
Website: www.projectconcern.org

Organization Description: Project concern provides vital information on the diagnosis and treatment of HIV infected individuals, their caregivers and their health care providers. They advocate for enlightened regulatory, research and funding policies affecting the development of and access to effective treatments.

Internship Description: Internships are available in Administration, Development, Hotline, Public Policy, Research Advocacy and Volunteer and Intern Services Departments. These internships are available year round.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover Letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Apply on line at their website

Riley Center

Ms. Jennifer Grant
Director
Riley Center
3543 18th Street
Suite 14
San Francisco, CA 94110

Phone: 415-255-2894
Fax:
Website: www.rileycenter.org

Organization Description: The Riley Center provides services to battered women and their children.

Internship Description: Internships vary depending on the student's interests and the needs of the center.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $125 month

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

San Francisco Women Against Rape

Ms Frolayne Carlos
Office Manager
San Francisco Women Against Rape
3543 18th Street Suite 7
San Francisco, CA 94110

Phone: 415-861-2024
Fax:
Website: www.sfwar.org

Organization Description: SFWAR provides support to assault survivors, their families and communities. It also provides education and organizing tools or prevention. They are an organization made up primarily of women of color and prioritize working with communities of color.

Internship Description: Internships are offered in a variety of areas including sexual assault survivor advocacy, counseling, community outreach, education and training, fundraising, and volunteer training.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Community Education

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Ethnic Studies

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application

The Global Fund for Women

Internship Coordinator
The Global Fund for Women
1375 Sutter Street, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94109

Phone: 415-202-7640
Fax: 415-202-8604
Website: www.globalfundforwomen.org

Organization Description: The Global Fund is a non-endowed public foundation that makes grants to women's groups outside the United States that address women's rights issues.

Internship Description: The Fund offers a one year revolving associate position that begins July 1 and ends June 30.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: February

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $18,000 year

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

The Women's Foundation

Ms. Inger Brinck
Program Associate
The Women's Foundation
340 Pine Street
Suite 301
San Francisco, CA 94104

Phone: 415-837-1113
Fax:
Website: www.twfusa.org

Organization Description: The Women's Foundation is the oldest and largest regional fund for women in the US.

Internship Description: Internships are available depending on the needs of the foundation and the interests of the student.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Grant making

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: all majors accepted

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Internship Coordinator
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
901 Market Street
Suite 500
San Francisco, CA 94103

Phone: 415-356-5040
Fax:
Website: www.eeoc.gov

Organization Description: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is a federal agency that enforces the federal anti-discriminations laws in employment.

Internship Description: Law students assist attorneys during spring, summer and fall in drafting pleadings, legal research and investigation.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

WISE

Ms. Diane Loping
Executive Director
WISE
Women Involved in Sports Evolution
500 San Jon Road
Ventura, CA 93001

Phone: 805-652-1805
Fax:
Website: www.womeninsports.org

Organization Description: WISE is an athletic training program designed to propel athletes of all ages to their personal best athletically. Their target market for sponsorship dollars are young aspiring athletes.

Internship Description: While they do not have a formal intern program they are interested in having a volunteer student to work in their organization.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

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Women's Initiative for Self Employment

Ms. Helen Matthews
Human Resources
Women's Initiative for Self Employment
1398 Vallencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Phone: 415-241-2070
Fax: 415-247-9471
Website: www.womensinitiative.org

Organization Description: The Women's Initiative for Self Employment is a private non-profit agency providing comprehensive business training, on going technical assistance and financing to low income San Francisco Bay Area women who are interested in owning their own business. Women's Initiative's programs are designed to assist an entrepreneur in the necessary skills to start. grow and expand their business.

Internship Description: Internships are available in the areas of outreach, community relations, training and fund raising.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript: X
Other:

Women's Legal Center of San Diego, Inc.

Ms. Sarah Davis
Director
Women's Legal Center of San Diego, Inc.
3200 Fourth Avenue
Suite 203
San Diego, CA 92103

Phone: 619-209-6500
Fax:
Website: www.womenslegalcenter.com

Organization Description: The Women's Legal Center of San Diego, Inc. primarily assists low income people with family law matters. They offer limited assistance with bankruptcy, special education, probate and elder law.

Internship Description: They offer part time and full time internships year round for undergrad and law students.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: June 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: April 1

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Women's Online Media and Education Network

Ms. Pat Barrett
Founder and CEO
Women's Online Media and Education Network
Women's Radio and National Women's Calendar
2121 Peralta Street
Suite 138
Oakland, CA 94607

Phone: 510-891-0004
Fax:
Website: www.womensradio.com

Organization Description: Women's Radio, Women's Calendar and Mentorline were begun with the vision of opening the broad media to women's voices to create greater balance in the universe.

Internship Description: Internships are available at Women's Radio and tailored for each participant.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Marketing, public relation, technical development

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Business, Media & Communications, Computer Science, English, Political Science.

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Women's Recovery Association

Ms. Carolyn Rapier
Clinical Director
Women's Recovery Association
1450 Chain Avenue
1st Floor
Burlingame, CA 94010

Phone: 650-348-6603
Fax:
Website: www.womensrecovery.org

Organization Description: Women's Recovery Association is a drug treatment program for women, children, adolescent girls which offers some low fee psychotherapy services for the community at large.

Internship Description: Women's Recovery Association offers internships year round which require a 9-12 month commitment.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Women of Vision and Action

Ms. Carol Hansen Grey
Executive Director
Women of Vision and Action
PO Box 4433
Walnut Cove, CA 94596

Phone: 800-909-WOVA
Fax:
Website: www.wova.org

Organization Description: WOVA is an international organization of women leaders committed to taking spirit based action to create societal change.

Internship Description: Interns research women's organization to explore possible partnership opportunities; research the history of women leaders; work on website development and assist with the organization's mentoring program.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Advocates for Children

Ms. Cindi Brug
Program Director
Advocates for Children
3000 S. Jamaica Court
Suite 280
Aurora, CO 80024

Phone: 303-695-1882
Fax:
Website: www.adv4children.org

Organization Description: Advocates for children provides and trains Court Appointed Special Advocates to speak up abused and neglected children.

Internship Description: Interns are thoroughly trained, sworn in by the court and fully supported by staff coordinators and legal advisors. Interns establish a direct relationship with the child and their families, research the background of each case, write reports and interact with attorneys, caseworkers and judges.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies:
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

Mr. John Dulles
Regional Director
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
1700 Broadway
Suite 710
Denver, CO 80290

Phone: 303-866-1040
Fax:
Website: www.usccr.gov

Organization Description: The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights was established by Congress as an independent, bi-partisan, fact finding agency. The Commission advises the President and Congress on matters related to voting rights, the administration of justice, the enforcement of civil rights laws and the equal protection of the law.

Internship Description: Interns work in a variety of areas. Interns must receive academic credit through their institution.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Internship Coordinator
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
303 East 17th Avenue
Suite 510
Denver, CO 80203

Phone: 303-866-1376
Fax:
Website: www.eeoc.gov

Organization Description: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is a federal agency that enforces federal employment civil rights law.

Internship Description: Law students perform legal research in legal units, attend depositions, settlement conferences, and draft pleadings.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July 30
Spring: November 15
Summer: March 30

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women

Ms. Barbara Potopowitz
Public Information Officer
Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women
18-20 Trinity Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Phone: 860-240-8300
Fax: 860-240-8314
Website: www.cga.state.ct.gov/pcsw

Organization Description: Established by the state legislature in 1973, the CPCSW studies all matters concerning women, informs the leaders of business, education and government about the nature and scope of sex discrimination, and works with state agencies to assess program and practices as they affect women.

Internship Description: Interns research and write for publications, track legislation, attend hearings, and help implement special events.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: event planning, grants administration

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other: English

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: On line application on web site

AYUDA, Inc.

Volunteer Coordinator
AYUDA, Inc.
1736 Columbia Road NW
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-387-2870
Fax: 202-387-0324
Website: www.incacorp.com/ayuda

Organization Description: AYUDA, Inc provides legal services (Immigration and Domestic Violence) to Washington, DC's low-income, foreign born community. The policy section works on legislative issues concerning battered immigrant women.

Internship Description: Students and graduates can work directly with clients and provide legal services, or do research and write on issues concerning battered immigrant women.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: January 1
Summer: March 15

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

American Association of University Women

Intern Coordinator
American Association of University Women
111 Sixteenth Street, NW
Human Resources Department
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-785-7700
Fax: 202-785-8754
Website: www.aauw.org

Organization Description: The American Association of University Women is a national organization that promotes education and equity for all women and girls.

Internship Description: AAUW has internship opportunities in several of their departments that will help aid in the learning process of college students. The Women's Legal Advocacy Fund offers internships for law students working on sexual discrimination cases in education.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

American Association of University Women-Legal Advocacy Fund

Ms. Joan Jupiter
LAF Assistant
American Association of University Women-Legal Advocacy Fund
Legal Advocacy Fund
1111 Sixteenth Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-785-7750
Fax: 202-463-7169
Website: www.aauw.org

Organization Description: The AAUW LAF supports women fighting sex discrimination in higher education. They have supported over 75 women with cases involving sexual harassment, tenure denial, Title IX and pay inequity.

Internship Description: AAUW-LAF offers summer internship positions for law school and graduate students.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: October
Summer: March

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Center for Policy Alternatives

Ms. Jennifer Wooley
Manager, Women & the Economy Program
Center for Policy Alternatives
1825 Connecticut Ave, NW
Suite 710
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-956-5112
Fax:
Website: www.stateaction.org

Organization Description: The Center for Policy Alternatives is a progressive non-partisan think tank. The Women and the Economy Program is dedicated to women's leadership and advancing a women led economic agenda for America based on women's economic strength and potential.

Internship Description: Interns monitor and track state legislation, work to develop policy for state and grassroots leaders, assist in developing media tools and perform general administrative duties.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Leadership Development

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer: April

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Center for Women Policy Studies

Dr. Leslie Wolfe
President
Center for Women Policy Studies
1211 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 312
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-872-1770
Fax:
Website: www.centerwomenpolicy.org

Organization Description: The Center for Women Policy Studies is a multiethnic feminist policy research and advocacy institution. Its programs address a wide range of key issues, including violence against women and girls, women and HIV/AIDS, work/family and workplace diversity, postsecondary education for low income women - and much more.

Internship Description: Interns are full members of the Center's small staff. Typically, an intern's time is at least 60% substantive, including researching and reporting on issues, helping to develop and write publications and working on a variety of activities. Interns join Center staff members in sharing administrative tasks.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies:
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: May
Spring: February
Summer: April

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Centre for Development and Population Activities

Ms. Erika Tillery
Human Resources Associate
Centre for Development and Population Activities
1400 16th Street, NW
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-667-1142
Fax: 202-667-1900
Website: www.cedpa.org

Organization Description: CEDPA is an international development NGO working with women and youth in Asia, Africa and Latin America on family planning, sustainability education and AIDS/HIV prevention.

Internship Description: Training Interns provide support for the Centre's activities providing workshops for development professionals around the world.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Training and event planning, Writing

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: International Development, Fundraising

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: January
Summer: May

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $30.00 week

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Concerned Women for America

Mr. P. George Tryfiates
Executive Director
Concerned Women for America
1015 Fifteenth St., N.W.
Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-488-7000
Fax:
Website: www.cwfa.org

Organization Description: Concerned Women for America is the largest public policy women's organization in the country. The mission of CWA is to protect and promote Biblical values among all citizens - first through prayer, then education, and finally by influencing society - thereby reversing the decline in moral values in the nation. CWA is for women and like-minded men, from all walks of life, to come together and restore the family to its traditional purpose and thereby allow each member of the family to realize their God-given potential and be more responsible citizens.

Internship Description: Interns work in one of the organization's departments . Department work ranges from legislation/lobbying, research/writing, or legal studies to grass roots development, radio broadcast production or media relations.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 15
Summer: April 1

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $125 week

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application, 3 letters of recommendation

District of Columbia Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Ms. Nancy J. Meyer
Executive Director
District of Columbia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
1718 P Street, NW
Suite T-6
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202.299.1181
Fax: 202.299.1193
Website: www.dccadv.org

Organization Description: The Coalition was formed to unify and shape local anti-domestic violence efforts into a single effective force. The DCCADV works to eliminate domestic violence through a coordinated program that focuses on direct service, advocacy, public policy, public education, technical assistance and training.

Internship Description: Intern opportunities exist in both the Executive Office and as victims advocates. Executive office interns work on community education and training projects. Victim advocates provide crisis intervention, referrals to other community services and information about the legal system to victims of domestic violence.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

EMILY's List

EMILY's List
805 15th Street NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-326-1400
Fax: 202-326-1415
Website:

Organization Description: EMILY's List is a fundraising organization for Pro-Choice Democratic Women running for the House, Senate or for Governor. EMILY's List is an acronym for "Early Money is Like Yeast" because it makes the dough or campaign contributions, rise. It is a full service political organization.

Internship Description: EMILY's List offers internships in the following areas: Political, Communications, Development and Research.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August 7
Spring: December 4
Summer: April 3

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $500 month

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: Application

Families U.S. A.

Mr. Greg Marchildon
Internship Coordinator
Families U.S. A.
1334 G Street NW
Third Floor
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-628-3030
Fax:
Website:

Organization Description: Families USA is the national health care consumer group fighting for affordable health and long term care.

Internship Description: Internships are available in the areas of government affairs, field organization, media, and internet communications. Interns in government affairs track health legislation and lobby members of Congress. Field interns work with more than 200 state and local organization to provide technical assistance to these groups. Media Interns work with national and state print and broadcast media on health care stories and assist with press conferences and events. Interns in the Internet Communication area work on web site design and maintenance.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer: March

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: 6.15 hour

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: References

Feminists for Life of America

Ms. Deidre McQuade
National Program Director
Feminists for Life of America
733 15th Street NW
Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-737-3352
Fax:
Website: www.feministsforlife.org

Organization Description: Feminists For Life is a national non-profit organization dedicated to securing through non-violent means equal rights for all people, especially women and children, from conception until the natural end of life.

Internship Description: Intern duties include advocacy on Capitol Hill, membership services, media relations, issues and legal research, public education and outreach, and other varied tasks. Projects are assigned according to the intern's level of education, interest and skills.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: commuter expenses

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

General Federation of Women's Clubs

Ms. Sally Kranz
Director of Public Relations
General Federation of Women's Clubs
1734 N Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-347-3168
Fax: 202-835-0246
Website: www.gfwc.org

Organization Description: The General Federation of Women's Clubs is an international organization of community based volunteer women's clubs dedicated to community service.

Internship Description: The General Federation of Women's Clubs offers several internships that include: Public Relations, Women's Studies and Fundraising. These internships are geared to providing practical experience to support student's studies and involve research, cataloguing, communications and fund raising/development.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Public Relations, Women's History

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Communications, Marketing, History

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: February
Summer: May

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript: X
Other:

International Women Judges Foundation

Internship Coordinator
International Women Judges Foundation
4435 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Suite 407
Washington, DC 20016

Phone: 202.244.9619
Fax: 202.244.9389
Website: www.iawj-iwjf.org

Organization Description: The International Women Judges Foundation is devoted to protecting women's human rights, to promoting the growth of women judges worldwide and to uproot gender bias in the judiciary.

Internship Description: Two intern positions exist with IWJF: Administrative assistant and global database which helps to compile a database of women judges worldwide. The Administrative Intern will be paid $7/hour. The compensation for the global database intern has not been determined at this date.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other: Computer/Database

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $7/hour

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

League of Women Voters

Ms. Kirsten Nokes
Administrative Assistant
League of Women Voters
1730 M Street NW
Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036-4587

Phone: 202-429-1965
Fax: 202-429-0854
Website:

Organization Description:

Internship Description: The LWV Educational Fund has available internships for interested students in the following areas: Elections/Voter Service, Natural Resources, International Relations, and Social Policy. The LWV of the United States has internships available in the following areas: Member Services Department, and Department of Public Affairs. Interns participate in all staff functions and are active staff members in their concentration.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

Ms. Laurie Odlum
Human Resource Manager
NARAL Pro-Choice America
1156 15th Street, NW
Suite 799
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-973-3000
Fax:
Website: www.prochoiceamerica.org

Organization Description: NARAL Pro-Choice America is the political arm of the pro-choice movement and they focus on giving women reproductive health options.

Internship Description: Approximately twelve interns are hired each summer to perform research, writing and advocacy.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 15

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $6.60 hour

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

National Abortion Federation

Ms. Melodie Davis
Director of Finance and Administration
National Abortion Federation
1755 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-667-5881
Fax:
Website: www.prochoice.org

Organization Description: The Federation is a national prochoice organization whose mission is to keep abortion safe, legal and accessible.

Internship Description: Internships are offered in outreach, public policy, legal and security.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: April

Stipend: X Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Ms. Allison Randall
Policy Associate
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Public Policy Office
1532 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-745-1211
Fax: 202-745-0088
Website: www.ncadv.org

Organization Description: NCADV is a national grassroots advocacy organization that represents battered women, domestic violence programs and state coalitions. The DC public policy office, with the support of the main office in Denver, lobbies Congress, monitors legislative developments, and provides information to shelters, state coalitions, and other grassroots advocates about pending policy initiatives. The policy office also engages in public in public education and media outreach.

Internship Description: Interns participate in lobby visits and strategy sessions with other national advocates, draft letters and alerts, attend hearings and press conferences, monitor and analyze legislation, and respond to technical assistance requests. Legal interns may also be involved in legislative drafting. They will provide help with securing outside funding for this internship. A minimum commitment of 30 hours per week is required. Preference will be given to students interested in a full time internship.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: References (3)

National Council of Women's Organizations

Ms. Alison Stein
Program Assistant
National Council of Women's Organizations
733 15th Street NW
Suite 1011
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-393-7122
Fax: 202-387-7915
Website: www.womensorganizations.org

Organization Description: The National Council of Women's Organizations is a nonpartisan network of more than two hundred women's organizations. Together they work to advocate change on many issues of importance to women.

Internship Description: NCWO sponsors an intern program titled New Faces, More Voices. This program provides interns with the training they need to engage in effective advocacy and organizing around feminist social justice issues. Through seminars and workshops the program fosters communication and collaboration among NCWO interns, feminist policymakers and other organizations with compatible social and economic goals. The training has three components: leadership, networking and mentoring, and internship development. This program is open to interns of all NCWO member organizations.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:

National Organization for Women

Intern and Volunteer Coordinator
National Organization for Women
733 15th Street NW, Second Floor
Washington, DC 20005

Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.now.org

Organization Description: NOW is the nation's largest feminist organization. It consists of 250,000 women and men dedicated to securing legal, political, social, and economic equality for women. NOW strives to eliminate discrimination and harassment in the workplace, secure abortion and birth control rights for all women, stop all forms of violence against women, eradicate racism, sexism, and heterosexism, and promote equality and justice through mass actions, intensive lobbying, non-violent civil disobedience, direct action and litigation.

Internship Description: NOW offers volunteer internship opportunities, both full and part time, throughout the year. A minimum commitment of 3 days per week is required for spring and fall internships while summer interns must work at least 4 days per week. Full time interns are preferred. Each intern will work directly with one of the following teams: Government Relations/Public Policy; Field Organizing; Direct Mail, Fund-raising and Membership; Communications; and the Political Action Committee.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Palaces
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer: March

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application and references

National Partnership for Women & Families

Ms. Helen McBride
Director of Administration
National Partnership for Women & Families
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 650
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-986-2600
Fax: 202-986-2539
Website: www.nationalpartnership.org

Organization Description: The National Partnership for Women & Families is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that uses public education and advocacy to promote fairness in the workplace, quality health care, and policies that help women and men meet the dual demands of work and family. Founded in 1971 as the Women's Legal Defense Fund, the National Partnership has grown from a small group of volunteers into one of the nation's most powerful and effective advocates for women and families.

Internship Description: The National Partnership offers internships for both undergraduate and law students. They offer three internships to Law Students that include: Law Clerk for Work and Family; Workplace Fairness, and Health Policy. Undergraduate interns can choose from among Work and Family, Workplace Fairness, Communications, Action Council and Membership, and Annual Luncheon Intern.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Communications

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 15.
Summer: March 15.

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript: X
Other: References

National Women's Health Network

Ms. Electra Kaczorowski
Intern Coordinator
National Women's Health Network
514 10th Street NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20004

Phone:
Fax: 202-347-1168
Website: www.nwhn.org

Organization Description: The Network was established in 1975 to give women a greater voice in the US health care system. The only long-standing organization dedicated exclusively to women and health, their work ranges from providing individual women with information, or a perspective, that they can not get from their health care providers to lobbying federal agencies into making women's health concerns a top priority. In recent years they have dedicated themselves to reproductive rights, older women's health and access to health care..

Internship Description: Interns gain exposure to women's heath issues while becoming skilled in health advocacy and research. Interns work 4 days a week for a minimum of 10 weeks. During that time they will be involved with and The National Women's Heath Network Information Clearinghouse. Interns will be attending hearings, responding to information requests, and updating health information packets. Intern positions are offered throughout the year.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: 3 months prior
Spring: 3 months prior
Summer: March 15

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $160/wk-Fall/Spring

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:

Off Our Backs

Ms. Karla Martilla
Executive Director
Off our backs
2337B 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-234-8072
Fax: 202-234-8092
Website: www.offourbacks.org

Organization Description: Off our backs is the longest continuously running feminist publication in the United States. Off our backs provides critical, cutting edge and often irreverent insight into politics and culture to women all over the world.

Internship Description: Interns assist with the monthly publication and outreach.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Research and Writing

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Graphic Design

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: May

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance

Ms. Jennifer Schenfeld
Associate Coordinator for Education
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
910 17th Street, NW
Suite 413
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-331-1332
Fax:
Website: www.ovariancancer.org

Organization Description: The Alliance is a national not-for profit women's health organization, It serves as an umbrella organization working to increase public and professional understanding of ovarian cancer.

Internship Description: Various opportunities exist in education, public policy, communications and fund raising.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: References

RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)

Ms. Karen McCarthy
Staff Assistant
RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)
635-B Pennsylvania Ave., SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone: 202-544-1034
Fax:
Website: www.rainn.org

Organization Description: RAINN operates the national sexual assault hotline and runs programs to prevent sexual assault, help survivors and ensure that rapists are brought to justice.

Internship Description: Interns work with senior staff in development, research, policy and outreach.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August 5
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice

Ms. Amy Hetrick
Program Associate
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
1025 Vermont Avenue, NW
Suite 1130
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-628-7700
Fax:
Website: www.rcrc.org

Organization Description: The Religious Coalition is a national, interfaith, non-profit organization that works to ensure that women are free to make their own reproductive choices based on their own religious convictions.

Internship Description: Internships with the RCRC are highly flexible and often tailor made to serve the interests of the student and the organization. Internship projects are substantive and offer the students the opportunity to learn new skills in a supportive environment.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other: Religion

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

The Population Institute

Ms. Devinka Privis
Education Coordinator
The Population Institute
107 2nd Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Phone: 202-544-3300
Fax:
Website: www.populationinstitute.org

Organization Description: The Population Institute is a non-profit organization that seeks to educate the public on the importance of international family planning.

Internship Description: Interns work in a number of program areas.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

Ms. Myra Hernandez
Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
624 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20425

Phone: 202-376-8364
Fax:
Website: www.usccr.gov

Organization Description: The Commission is an independent, bipartisan, fact finding forum to investigate and address civil rights issues and make reports and recommendations to Congress.

Internship Description: Interns conduct research and assist Civil Rights Analysts in investigations and preparation of papers and reports.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Voters for Choice

Ms. Kate McCarthy
Internship Coordinator
Voters for Choice
1115 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202.944.5080
Fax:
Website: www.voters4choice.org

Organization Description: Voters for Choice is the nation's largest independent pro-choice political action committee. They support pro-choice candidates across the country with financial contributions and information on how to run effective campaigns. The organization also monitors the activities of anti-choice groups, registers voter and educates the public on reproductive health policy.

Internship Description: Voters for Choice offers challenging and rewarding internships for pro-choice women and men interested in promoting reproductive freedom. Interns are viewed as an integral part of the staff and are involved in all aspects of the organizations work. Interns may be involved in a variety of projects including researching candidate positions, tracking legislation, raising funds for pro-choice candidates and assisting with press relations.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other: References

Women Empowered Against Violence

Ms. Naomi Mann
Executive Director
Women Empowered Against Violence
1111 16th Street, NW
Suite 410
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-452-9550
Fax: 202-452-8255
Website: http://www.weaveincorp.org/

Organization Description: Women Empowered Against Violence (WEAVE) provides free legal services to victims of domestic violence, largely consisting of direct representation for restraining order hearings, divorce, and custody proceedings.

Internship Description: Legal intern directly assists the attorneys on staff. The duties consist of interviewing clients and witnesses, preparing court documents, gathering evidence, attending hearings, conducting legal research and performing general office duties.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other: Immigration and VAWA.

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: August 31
Spring: December 31
Summer: May 15

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Women Work! The National Network for Women's Employment

Intern Coordinator
Women Work! The National Network for Women's Employment
1625 K Street NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-467-6346
Fax:
Website: www.womenwork.org

Organization Description: Women Work! is a national non-profit organization that advocates for women's economic equity through policies, programs and partnerships.

Internship Description: Policy/ Research internships are offered part-time in the fall and spring semesters and full-time in the summer. Internships focus on issues relating to women's economic equity, and employment and training.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Communications/technology

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $100 part-time/$200 full-time

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Women's Edge

Ms. Phobe Lee
Executive Assistant
Women's Edge
1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-884-8396
Fax:
Website: www.womensedge.org

Organization Description: Women's Edge is a non-profit coalition that promotes international economic policies supporting poor women worldwide in their actions to end poverty in their lives, their communities and their nations.

Internship Description: Interns receive assignments that require a high level of involvement and responsibility. Particular assignments vary throughout the year. Interns work closely with program directors with research, writing, organizing meetings with Congressional staff and attending special events.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: September 10
Spring: January 10
Summer: May 10

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Women's Foreign Policy Group

Ms. Patricia Ellis
Executive Director
Women's Foreign Policy Group
1875 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 720
Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-884-8597
Fax: 202-884-8487
Website: www.wfpg.org

Organization Description: The Women's Foreign Policy Group is an association of mid- and senior-level professionals in international affairs committed to increasing the roles and visibility of women in the field.

Internship Description: This office offers semester and summer internship programs.

Internship Experiences:

Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Writing, program planning.

Preferred majors:

Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: International relations

Semesters Available:
Fall:X
Spring: X
Summer: X

Deadlines:
Fall: June
Spring: January
Summer: April

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:X
Transcript:
Other:

Women's Institute for Freedom of the Press

Dr. Martha Allen
Director
Women's I