The Women's Rights Internship Book
2008
Alabama
Aid to Inmate Mothers
Arizona
Safely in Mothers Arms, Inc
California
Access-Women's Health Rights Coalition
Action Alliance for Children
Break the Cycle
California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League
California Commission on the Status of Women
California National Organization for Women
California's Women's Law Center
Child Care Law Center
Children Now
Equal Rights Advocates
Family Violence Prevention Fund
Project Concern International
Riley Center
San Francisco Women Against Rape
The Global Fund for Women
WISE
Women's Initiative for Self Employment
Women's Intercultural Network (WIN)
Women's Recovery Association
Colorado
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Connecticut
Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women
Connecticut Women's and Legal Fund
District of Columbia
American Association of University Women
American Association of University Women-Legal Advocacy Fund
Center for Women Policy Studies
Centre for Development and Population Activities
Choice USA
Concerned Women for America
District of Columbia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
General Federation of Women's Clubs
International Center for Research on Women
International Women's Democracy Center
Legal Momentum
NARAL Pro-Choice America
National Abortion Federation
National Council of Women's Organizations
National Organization for Women
National Partnership for Women & Families
National Women's Health Network
Off our backs
People for the American Way
RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
The Population Institute
Women Empowered Against Violence
Women Work! The National Network for Women's Employment
Women's Edge Coalition
Women's Institute for Freedom of the Press
Women's Policy, Inc.
Florida
Alpha House-A Mother's Place
Women's Center of Jacksonville, Florida
Georgia
Atlanta Women's Foundation
Families First
NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia
Planned Parenthood of Georgia
US Commission on Civil Rights
Illinois
A Women's Fund
Chicago Foundation for Women
National Association of Women Lawyers
Rainbow House
Rape Victims Advocates
Women Employed Institute
Indiana
Center for Non-Violence
Fresh Start of Indiana
Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Indiana Commission for Women
Iowa
Iowa Commission on the Status of Women
Kansas
Women's Transitional Care Services
Kentucky
Kentucky Commission on Human Rights
Louisiana
Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault
Maryland
Planned Parenthood of Maryland
Massachusetts
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
Cambridge Women's Commission
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
National Organization for Women, Massachusetts Chapter
RESPOND, Inc
Transition House, Inc
Women's Center of Cambridge
Michigan
Michigan's Women's Commission
The Women's Center of Southeastern Michigan
Minnesota
Chrysalis
Minnesota Department of Human Rights
NARAL Pro-Choice Minnesota
WATCH
Missouri
Legal Advocates for Abused Women
Missouri Women's Council
Women's Support and Community Services
Nebraska
Friendship Home
Nevada
Women's Online Media and Education Network
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Commission on the Status of Women
Women's Supportive Services
New Jersey
Center for American Women & Politics
League of Women Voters of New Jersey
New York
Amnesty International, USA
Center for Reproductive Law & Policy
Equality Now
Family Care International
International Planned Parenthood Federation
Justice Works Community
League of Women Voters of New York
Legal Momentum
MADRE
NARAL Pro-Choice New York
NYC Alliance Against Sexual Assault
National Organization for Women-New York City
Planned Parenthood of New York City
Sanctuary for Families
United Nations
United Nations Development Fund For Women
Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
Ohio
The Women's Connection
Oregon
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette
Pennsylvania
American Civil Liberties Union
Choice, Inc.
Clara Bell Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project
Women's International League for Peace & Freedom
Women's Law Project
Rhode Island
Day One
Tennessee
Girls Incorporated of Memphis
Texas
Texas Council on Family Violence
Women's Health & Family Planning Association of Texas
Women Helping Battered Women
Virginia
Feminist Majority Foundation
WREI Policy Fellowship Program
Women's Research and Education Institute
Washington
Washington Women's Employment and Education
Aid to Inmate Mothers
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. In addition, they offer a 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:
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:
Access-Women's Health Rights Coalition
Ms. Deshhy Lopez
Exxecutive Director
Access-Women's Health Rights Coalition
PO Box 3609
Oakland, CA 94609
Phone: 510-923-0739
Fax:
Website: www.access.org
Organization Description: Access seeks to make reproductive health and choice a
reality for all women through direct services, community education and policy
advocacy to promote options and choice.
Internship Description: Interns work in advocacy efforts, staff the hotline,
providing office support and research.
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: 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: July 31
Spring: November 30
Summer: April 30
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Action Alliance for Children
Mr. Eric Foss
Administrative Assistant
Action Alliance for Children
1201 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: 510-444-7136
Fax: 510-444-7138
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 Action Alliance for Children's Advocate news magazine which reports on
public policy issues affecting young children and their 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. Cristina Escobor
Outreach Coordinator
Break the Cycle
5200 W. Century Boulevard-Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone: 310-286-3383
Fax: 310-286-3386
Website: www.breakthecycle.org
Organization Description: Break the Cycle's engages, educates and empowers youth
to build lives and communities free from domestic violence. They are a domestic
violence law clinic that protects the rights and promotes the health of youth.
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:
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: X
Transcript:
Other:
California Abortion and
Reproductive Rights Action League
Ms. Laura Hahn
Intern Program Coordinator
California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League
111 Pine Street
Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94111
Phone: 415-890-1020
Fax: 415-890-1025
Website: http://www.prochoicecalifornia.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. Interns must work at least 9 hours per week
for three months. Specific internship descriptions are available on their
website.
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: Varies
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: 915-322-9466
Website: www.women.ca.gov
Organization Description: The Commission established in 1965 is the only 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:
Transcript:
Other:
California National Organization for Women
Ms. Mandy Benson
Field Director
California National Organization for Women
428 J Street Suite 280
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. Marci Fukuroda
Legal Internship Coordinator
California's Women's Law Center
6300 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 980
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: 323.951.9847
Fax: 323.951.9870
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: X
Transcript:
Other: Special Application for Summer Stipended Position
Child Care Law Center
Ms. Tara Wilson
Program Manager
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 Now
Ms. Kathy Skrainaf
Director of Finance
Children Now
1212 Broadway
Fifth Floor
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: 510-763-2444
Fax:
Website: www.childrennow.org
Organization Description: Children Now is a national policy/advocacy
organization working to improve the lives of children, particularly those at
risk.
Internship Description: Children Now offers unpaid internship positions based on
project or department needs. Internships are offered in a number of program
areas including Policy, Children and the Media, Communications, Fundraising and
Health.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
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: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
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: 2 references.
Equal Rights Advocates
Human Reources 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 opportunities vary with
the organization's needs. Prospective interns should download application from
their website.
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: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Complete Application on website
Project Concern International
Ms. Michelle Grunder
Program Assistant
Project Concern International
5151 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 320
San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: 858-279-9690
Fax: 858-694-0294
Website: www.projectconcern.org
Organization Description: Project Concern International is a San Diego based
non-profit, international development organization working in the field of
health care in 12 countries worldwide. Their goal is to empower and equip
developing countries in the area of self-sustaining health care systems, with a
large focus on women and children health programs and initiatives.
Internship Description: Project Concern is looking for individuals with a
commitment to bettering the lives of those less fortunate and empowering women,
infants and families in the countries where they work through healthcare. Intern
opportunities exist in Program Development, Web Design, Program Operations and
Development. Interns must commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week for a
semester.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Proposal Preparation
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other: International/Regional Studies, MPH
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:
Riley Center
Ms. Becki Hively
Administrative Assistant
Riley Center
3543 18th Street-Suite 4
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. Interns help with different programs including
crisis counseling, children's programs, program outreach and education
presentations.
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:
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:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
San Francisco Women Against Rape
Ms Roshni Chabra
Administrator of Programs
San Francisco Women Against Rape
3543 18th Street Suite 7
San Francisco, CA 94117
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 for
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,
fundraising and training. Internships run 3-9 months and students must work
10-15 hours per week.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other: Community Education
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
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 available on website
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:
WISE
Ms. Diane Loring
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:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover Letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Initiative for Self Employment
Human Resources
Women's Initiative for Self Employment
1398 ValenciaStreet
San Francisco, CA 94110
Phone: 415-641-3460
Fax: 415-826-1885
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 Intercultural Network (WIN)
Ms. Marilyn Fowler
President/CEO
Women's Intercultural Network (WIN)
1950 Hayes Street #2
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: 415-221-4841
Fax:
Website: www.win-cawa.org
Organization Description: WIN connects women across cultures locally and
globally for collective action. They are a consultive NGO to the UN and operates
the largest state action network in the U.S.
Internship Description: Interns work in the areas of program, communications,
and web design. They have worked with universities in the U.S. and abroad to
design programs meeting students needs and interests.
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:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: International Affairs, Human rights
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. Michelle Grunder
Program Assistant
Women's Recovery Association
1450 Chapin 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 and 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:
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:
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: X
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
Connecticut Women's and Legal Fund
Ms. Amy Miller
Program and Public Policy Director
Connecticut Women’s and Legal Fund
135 Broad Street
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: 860-247-0690
Fax:
Website: www.cwealf.org
Organization Description: Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund is a
statewide nonprofit education and advocacy organization focused on family,
employment, education and civil rights law.
Internship Description: Interns must have strong communication, writing and
computer skills. Interns must work at least 12 hours per week and assist in some
administrative work. Interns are assigned projects based on their skills and
CWEALF priority activities. Interns may work in fundraising, event planning,
legal education public policy or press and public education.
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:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
American Association of University Women
Seth Chase
Intern Corrdinator/Sr. Grassroots 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 Women Policy Studies
Dr. Leslie Wolfe
President
Center for Women Policy Studies
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 450
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-872-1770
Fax: 202-296-8962
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. Erin Krause
Human Resources Specialist
Centre for Development and Population Activities
1133 21st Street, NW Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-667-1142
Fax: 202-332-4496
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.
Specific internship opportunities are listed on their website at
http://www.cedpa.org/section/aboutus/employment/internships
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:
Choice USA
Ms. Wan-Hua Yang
Operational Manger
Choice USA
1317 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-965-7700
Fax:
Website: www.choiceusa.org
Organization Description: Choice USA mobilizes and provides ongoing support to
the diverse, upcoming generation of leaders who promote and protect reproductive
choice both now and in the future.
Internship Description: Internships are available for students in the areas of
organizing, communications and development.
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:
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:
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: 202-488-0806
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 available on line and 3 letters of recommendation
District of Columbia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Ms. Nancy J. Meyer
Executive Director
District of Columbia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
5 Thomas Circle NW
Washington, DC 20005
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:
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Ms. Nakia Willoughby
Director of Communications and Public Relaitons
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, Public Policy and
Fundraising. These internships are geared to providing practical experience to
support student's studies and involve research, cataloguing, communications and
fund raising and development.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Public Relations, Women's History
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
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 Center for Research on Women
Ms. Leslie Calman
Vice President, External Relations
International Center for Research on Women
1717 Masschusetts Avenue
Suite 302
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-797-0007
Fax:
Website: www.icrw.org
Organization Description: ICRW is a non-profit organization dedicated to
empowering women and advancing gender equity through cutting edge research and
policy advocacy to fight poverty in the developing world. ICRW works with
partners around the globe.
Internship Description: The Sally Yudelman Internship Program is offered in the
summers for undergraduates and graduate students with extensive experience in
area concerning gender, human rights and development.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: data analysis, program evaluation
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: International Development
Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer:
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
International Women's Democracy Center
Ms. Lauren Sellers
Program Assistant
International Women's Democracy Center
1730 Rhode Island Avenue, NW-Suite 7
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-530-0563
Fax:
Website: www.iwdc.org
Organization Description: The International Women's Democracy Center is
dedicated to emboldening and training women leaders in the US and abroad.
Internship Description: Each semester IWDC offers internships to two students
interested in women's issues and non-profit management.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Media Relations, Event Planning
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:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 20
Spring: November
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Legal Momentum
Ms. Pari Farani
Immigrant Women Program Assistant
Legal Momentum
1101 14th Street, NW-Suite 300
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-26-0040
Fax:
Website: www.legalmomentum.org
Organization Description: Legal Momentum is the largest and oldest national
organization devoted to using the power of the law to define and defend equal
rights for women. The Washington office serves as the advocacy and policy arm of
the organization, whose national office is located in New York City.
Internship Description: Interns work on a variety of issues including poverty
and welfare reform, immigrant women's issues (including immigration law and
cultural diversity issues) violence against women and childcare. Interns should
be law students and have a strong interest in gender equity, women's legal
rights or immigrant rights.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: April
Spring: December
Summer: February
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $10.00 hour
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
NARAL Pro-Choice America
Ms. Shaki Bello-Botts
Human Resource Manager
NARAL Pro-Choice America
1156 15th Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-973-3000
Fax: 202-973-3096
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
1660 L Street, NW
Suite 450
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-667-5881
Fax:
Website: www.prochoice.org
Organization Description: The Federation is a national pro-choice 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 Council of Women's Organizations
Ms. Alison Stein
Program Assistant
National Council of Women's Organizations
1050 17th Street NW
Suite 250
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-293-4505
Fax: 202-293-4507
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. See website for more details.
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:
Other: See website for application
National Organization for Women
Ms. Kourtney Temple
Intern and Volunteer Coordinator
National Organization for Women
1100 H Street NW, Third Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-628-8669
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, Fundraising and Membership; Communications; and the
Political Action Committee. Students should see their webpage for more
information.
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:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 22
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application (on line) 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 ot 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. Kiesha McCurtis
Helath Information 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 cannot 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: The National Women's Health Network seeks to develop the
next generation of women's helath activists by providing hands on experience in
the field of women's health policy and advocacy. Interns develop health research
skill while exploring the worlds of public policy, health education and feminist
organizing. Interns attend hearings, film screenings and small coalition meeting
on the latest women's health issues. 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:
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: 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:
Other: less than 5 page writing sample
Off our backs
Intern Coordinator
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:
People for the American Way
Ms. Colleen O'Day
Director of Human Resources
People for the American Way
2000 M Street, NW-Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-467-4999
Fax:
Website: www.pfaw.org
Organization Description: People for the American Way is an organization devoted
to promoting civil and equal rights, civil liberties, civil education, an
independent judiciary and civic participation.
Internship Description: Interns work with staff to track legislation, monitor
congressional hearings, assist with grassroots organizing and help with current
research and writing project.
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: Communications and Internet strategy
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)
Ms. Karen McCarthy
Staff Assistant
RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)
2000 L Street NW-Suite 406
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-544-1034
Fax:
Website: www.rainn.org
Organization Description: RAINN operates the national sexual assualt hotline and
runs programs to prevent sexual assualt, 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
Internship Coordinator
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
1025 Vermont Avenue, NW
Suite 1130
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-628-7700
Fax: 202-628-7716
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 at 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
Internship Coordinator
The Population Institute
107 2nd St, 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
Wasshington, 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:
Women Empowered Against Violence
Ms. Daniza Figueroa
Personnel & Operations Manager
Women Empowered Against Violence
1111 16th Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202)452-9550
Fax:
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: X
Graduate Students:
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy: X
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: Multiple 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/web design
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 Coalition
Ms. Mindy Galoob
Internship Coordinator
Women's Edge Coalition
1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-884-8396
Fax: 202-884-8396
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: August 10
Spring: December 10
Summer: April 4
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 Institute for Freedom of the Press
1940 Calvert Street NW
Washington, DC 20009-1502
Phone: 202-265-6707
Fax:
Website: www.wifp.org
Organization Description: The Women's Institute for Freedom of the Press is a
non-profit research, education and publishing organization dedicated to
stimulating and sharing new ideas and perspectives on restructuring the
communications system. To learn more about this organization visit their
website.
Internship Description: Internships usually include editing, writing and
computer skills for both print and online publications, participation in
meetings, conferences briefings and more. Internships, while unpaid, are
individually tailored and can be any length of time.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Editing, writing, meetings, conferences, media work
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Journalism, communications
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's Policy, Inc.
Ms. Suellen Treadwell
Executive Assistant/Writer
Women's Policy, Inc.
409 12th Street SW
Suite 310
Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202-554-2323
Fax: 202-564-2346
Website: www.womenspolicy.org
Organization Description: Women's Policy is a non-profit nonpartisan, public
policy organization focused on issues affecting women and families.
Internship Description: Interns perform administrative tasks, help with
publication of a weekly newsletter describing Congressional action affecting
women and attend Congressional hearings and briefings.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: 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: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Alpha House-A Mother's Place
Ms. Cathy Hardesty
Volunteer Coordinator
Alpha House-A Mother's Place
201 S. Tampania Avenue
Tampa, FL 33609
Phone: 813-875-2024
Fax:
Website: www.alphahouseoftampa.org
Organization Description: Alpha House provides opportunities for pregnant women
in crisis and their babies to create promising lives through safe housing,
education and counseling, vocational support and parenting skills training.
Internship Description: Contact them for specific program areas available.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Grant Research
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management:
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: Complete Volunteer Application On Line
Women's Center of Jacksonville, Florida
Ms. Shirley Webb
Executive Director
Women's Center of Jacksonville, Florida
5644 Colord Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32211
Phone: 904-722-3000
Fax: 904-722-3100
Website: www.womenscenterofjax.org
Organization Description: The mission of the Women's Center of Jacksonville is
to support and empower women by nurturing mind, body and spirt and by advocating
the dignity and respect of all women. Services provided include information and
referrals, counseling services, community education, rape recovery services,
adult education, HIV/AIDS programs, Breast Cancer Programs and Art and Social
Programs.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities exist in a variety of areas.
Particularly important is the information and referral area where community
resources are researched and information provided to clients. Interns may also
work in the communications area and MSW interns are accepted in the counseling
department. Students may work in Community education in the Rape Risk Reduction
and the Stop Violence Against Elderly Programs, as tutors in the Adult literacy
program, and assistant counselors.
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:
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: Health Counseling, Fine Arts, Community Health Care
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:
Atlanta Women's Foundation
Ms. Martha Talbott
Director, Programs
Atlanta Women's Foundation
50 Hurt Plaza
Suite 401
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-577-5000
Fax: 404-589-0000
Website: www.atlantawomen.org
Organization Description: The Atlanta Women's Foundation is a catalyst for
change in the lives of women and girls. It raises, manages and distributes funds
to programs in the Metro Atlanta area.
Internship Description: As a foundation that raises and distributes funds to
support women's and girls programs, interns are needed to assist with office
management, fundraising and programs. Internships are particularly appropriate
for undergraduates pursuing careers in the nonprofit sector.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
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: September
Spring: January
Summer: May
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Families First
Ms. Patricia Pillow
Vice President, Program Services
Families First
PO Box 7948
Station C
Atlanta, GA 30357
Phone: 404-853-2821
Fax:
Website: www.familiesfirst.org
Organization Description: Families first is a non-profit social service agency
serving women, children and families in the Metropolitan Atlanta area.
Internship Description: Interns are placed in one of the organization's seven
locations and work under the supervision of a licensed clinical professional
social worker.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
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:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Social Work Only
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer:
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer:
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Letter form school approving placement
NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia
Intern Coordinator
NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia
PO Box 5589
Atlanta, GA 31107
Phone: 404-875-6338
Fax:
Website: www.garal.org
Organization Description: NPCG's mission is to develop and sustain a
constituency which effectively uses the political process at the state and
national levels to guarantee every woman the right to make personal decisions
regarding the full range of reproductive choices.
Internship Description: Interns work in the full range of NPCG's activities.
Interns work on organizing campaigns, fund raising activities, communication and
lobbying.
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:
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: Fax to (404) 875-2737
Planned Parenthood of Georgia
Ms. Stacy Coachman
Outreach Coordinator
Planned Parenthood of Georgia
75 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Suite 800
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-688-9305
Fax: 404-688-0621
Website: www.ppga.org
Organization Description: Planned Parenthood of Georgia's misssion is to provide
voluntary family planning and education services that enhance personal and
social understanding of human sexuality. They advocate public policies that
guarantee reproductive rights and access to the means of exercising them. They
support and encourage advances in reproductive technology.
Internship Description: Interns work with Planned Parenthood to ensure that
every woman has access to reproductive health care. Interns organize and recruit
activists, lobby legislators, staff tables at events, research and write,
coordinate with students on college campuses, do clinic advocacy and organize
events. Hours are flexible but 7-15 hours per week are required. Specific
internships are available in Public Affairs, Community Outreach and Health
Center operations.
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:
Law:
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: September
Spring: January
Summer: May
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Complete volunteer application on line.
US Commission on Civil Rights
Internship Coordinator
US Commission on Civil Rights
61 Forsyth Street, SW
18T40
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-562-7000
Fax:
Website:
Organization Description: The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights seeks to advise
Congress and the Administration on matters pertaining to discrimination or a
denial of equal protection of the law.
Internship Description: Interns assist the regional director in conducting
research on behalf of State Advisory Committees, corresponding with State
Advisory Committees, drafting reports and statements and planning advisory
committee meetings.
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: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology: X
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:
A Women's Fund
Ms. Ellen Schweitzer
Out reach and Volunteer Coordinator
A Women's Fund
1304 E. Main Street
Urbana, IL 61001
Phone: 217-384-4462
Fax:
Website: www.awomensfund.org
Organization Description: A Women's Fund is a nonprofit domestic violence
shelter and rape crisis program dedicated to eliminating violence against women
and children through education and support services.
Internship Description: Interns typically work 1-2 semesters and are assigned to
specific department (legal, outreach, etc.) after strengths and interests are
assessed.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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:
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:
Chicago Foundation for Women
Ms. Deidra Bishop
Office Manager
Chicago Foundation for Women
One East Wacker Drive
Suite 1620
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312 836-0126
Fax: 312-266-0909
Website: www.cfw.org
Organization Description: Chicago Foundation for Women is dedicated to
increasing resources and opportunities for women and girls. The Foundation
raises funds for grants and advocates that others increase their giving to
programs serving women and girls
Internship Description: CFW offers an internship program that is very loosely
organized. Intern opportunities exist with the development department and are
available year round. Some are paid and some are unpaid. The Communications
Department offers and internship from late summer to early fall, usually paid at
$8-9 an hour. While they promote organizing advocacy by grantee organizations
they are not a political organization and do not lobby officials. Interns are
chosen in the months of May, August and December. No phone calls please. The
staff will contacts individuals who are in consideration for positions.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Community/Corporate/Foundation Relations and Soliciting
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Human Relations
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: January
Summer: May
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
National Association of Women Lawyers
Executive Director
National Association of Women Lawyers
American Bar Center
321 North Clark Street, 15th Floor
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: 312-988-6186
Fax: 312-988-5491
Website: www.nawl.org/
email: nawl@nawl.org
Organization Description: The National Association of Women Lawyers is a
professional association dedicated to advancing women in the profession of law
world wide.
Internship Description: While they do not have a formal program they would be
willing to work with students interested in the organization.
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:
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: Email preferred
Rainbow House
Ms.. Irene Dubrek
Program Director
Rainbow House
4149 W. 26th Street
Suite1550
Chicago, IL 60623
Phone: 773-521-1815
Fax: 773-521-`980
Website: www.rainbow-house.org
Organization Description: Rainbow House is a Chicago based non-profit
organization working to end domestic violence. Their mission is to provide
outreach and violence prevention services to individuals, families and
communities and to be effective policy advocates for systemic change that
reduces the prevalence and impact of domestic violence.
Internship Description: Rainbow House has intern positions in the Community
Resource Program.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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: 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: July
Spring: December
Summer: May
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application-3 letters of recommendation
Rape Victims Advocates
Ms. Carrie Wachker
Advocacy Volunteer Coordinator
Rape Victims Advocates
180 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-443-9603
Fax: 312-443-9602
Website: www.rapevictimadvocates.org
Organization Description: RVA offers medical/legal advocacy and counseling to
sexual assualt survivors and their significant others in the Chicago area. They
also have an educational and training department that offers awareness and
prevention programs to the community.
Internship Description: Interns are needed for a minimum of 15 hours per week to
work in the advocacy, counseling, or education program for a commitment of one
year.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Educator opportunities
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
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: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: University internship requirements.
Women Employed Institute
Ms. Jenny Wittner
Associate Director
Women Employed Institute
111 N Wabash
Suite 1300
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312-782-3902
Fax: 312-782-5249
Website: www.womenemployed.org
Organization Description: Women Employed is dedicated to economic advancement of
women with a focus on llow paird women. They are committed to expanding women's
opportunities, promoting workplace fairness and increasing women's access to
education and training.
Internship Description: Interns work in all areas of the organization including
policy research and advocacy and lobbying.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
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: 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:
Center for Non-Violence
Ms. Beth Beams
Womens Program
Center for Non-Violence
235 W. Creighton
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
Phone: 260-456-4112
Fax: 260-456-1086
Website: www.centerfornonviolence.org
Organization Description: The Center for Non-Violence is a non-profit social
service agency. It is a bilingual agency working with men, women and youth that
works to call attention to the violence in the community and to help people make
changes that will end violence.
Internship Description: Interns can work in the youth, women, men's' or latino
programs depending on the needs of each program.
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:
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:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application
Fresh Start of Indiana
Ms Judith M. House
Executive Director
Fresh Start of Indiana
7129 E. 46th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46226
Phone: 317-541-1655
Fax:
Website: www.freshstartofindiana.org
Organization Description: The mission of Fresh Start is to assist domestic
violence survivors and their children as they break free in their quest towards
a non-violent, self-sufficient and productive life.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities are available in human
services, education, counseling, non-profit management and education.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
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: Early Childhood Education
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
Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Mr. Gregory Kellam Scott
Director
Indiana Civil Rights Commission
100 N. Senate Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-232-2600
Fax: 317-233-6580
Website: www.in.gov/icrc
Organization Description: The Indiana Civil Rights Commission enforces the
Indiana civil rights laws and provides quality education and service to the
public in an effort to ensure equal opportunity of all Hoosiers and visitors to
the State of Indiana. Areas of enforcement include employment, housing, public
accommodations credit and education.
Internship Description: Interns assist staff in investigation of complaints to
the commission, documenting cases, correspondence and case preparation.
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:
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Criminal Justice
Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Indiana Commission for Women
Ms. Sharon Langlotz
Executive Director
Indiana Commission for Women
402 Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-232-6720
Fax: 317-232-7485
Website: www.state.in.us/icw
Organization Description: Today there are approximately 270 state, county and
local commissions for women located in the United States and its territories.
These commissions are advocates for equality and justice for women and serve
their communities in a variety of ways depending on the resources available. The
Indiana Commission eliminates barriers to equality by informing leaders of
business, education, governments and media of the nature and scope of sex
discrimination, serving as a liaison between government and private interest
groups concerned with services for women, and promoting consideration of women
for government positions.
Internship Description: The ICW has a student program where college students can
perform policy research, program planning, cover legislative hearings, and work
with public relations, etc for college credit rather than monetary compensation.
The Commission is willing to work with universities to ensure that students
receive credit. If the budget allows, the Commission may be able to provide a
stipend.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
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:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 30
Spring: November 30
Summer: January 30
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Iowa Commission on the Status of Women
Ms. Charlotte Nelson
Executive Director
Iowa Commission on the Status of Women
Lucas State Office Building
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: 515-281-4461
Fax: 515-242-6119
Website: www.state.ia.us/dhr/sw
Organization Description: The Iowa Commission on the Status of Women is a state
agency that promotes the full participation by women in the economic, political
and social life of the state.
Internship Description: Interns and staff identify a particular project that can
be administered by the student such as researching a particular issue, designing
a publication or tracking legislation.
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: 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: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Transitional Care Services
Ms. Shay O'Brien
Volunteer Program Director
Women's Transitional Care Services
PO Box 633
Lawrence, KS 66044
Phone: 785-865-3956
Fax: 785-841-0627
Website: www.wtcskansas.org
Organization Description: Women's Transitional Care Services provides shelter
and other services including court advocacy, 24 hour crisis line, support groups
and emergency financial assistance to survivors of domestic violence.
Internship Description: Interns must complete a 40 hour training course. Upon
completion interns provide peer counseling to women and children, answer the
crisis line, assist in conflict mediation and advocate for survivors. Interns
may also be involved in administrative work, fundraising and program
development.
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: September
Spring: January
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application
Kentucky Commission on Human Rights
Ms. Linda Murnane
Executive Director
Kentucky Commission on Human Rights
332 West Broadway
Suite 700
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-595-4024
Fax:
Website: www.state.ky.us/
Organization Description: The Commission is the state agency charged with
enforcing anti-discrimination laws in the areas of housing, employment and
public accommodations.
Internship Description: Students assist clients in filing complaints and
documenting their cases. Law students assist with research and case preparation.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault
Ms. Judy Benitez
Executive Director
Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault
1250 SW Railroad Av Ste.170,
Hammond, LA 70403
Phone: 985 345-5995
Fax: 985 345-5592
Website: www.lafasa.org
Organization Description: Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault is a non-
profit private organization of Louisiana's rape crisis programs.
Internship Description: LAFASA does offer an internship program for students
interested in women's rights. There is not a stipend available. Interns work in
one of their program areas: legislative, resources, community education and
technical assistance.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
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: X
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:
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
Ms. Hiroko Oyamo
Volunteer Coordinator
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
P.O. Box 120108
Boston, MA 02112
Phone: 617-338-2352
Fax:
Website: www.atask.org
Organization Description: The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence is a
non profit organization serving Asian battered women. They offer emergency
shelter, a 24 hour multi/bi-lingual hotline and advocacy for legal, healthcare,
housing, and public benefits.
Internship Description: All interns must attend their 30 hour volunteer
training. Internships are available both at the administrative office and at the
shelter site. Interns design and develop a specific project with the guidance of
a staff supervisor. The intern is responsible for planning and implementation of
the project.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Children's Program
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:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer:
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer:
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Volunteer questionnaire
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
Ms. Shauna Doberman
Volunteer Coordinator
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
99 Bishop Allen Drive
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617-492-8306
Fax: 617-492-3291
Website: www.barcc.org
Organization Description: BARCC is a grassroots nonprofit with a mission to
provide support for the survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones, to
provide education in the community and raise awareness and make changes in the
way rape and sexual assault are treated by society.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities are available in counseling,
advocacy, education, development and legal services. All interns are trained as
rape crisis counselors. Clinical internships are available to 2nd year graduate
students only.
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: Outreach, Prevention and Awareness
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work: X
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: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application form.
Cambridge Women's Commission
Ms. Kemberly Sancoucy
Executive Director
Cambridge Women's Commission
51 Inman Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617-349-4677
Fax:
Website: www.ci.cambridge.ma.gov
Organization Description: The Cambridge Women's Commission advises municipal
government on women's issues and is active in the community on such issues as
women's safety, health, education, economic justice and women's inclusion in the
arts.
Internship Description: Interns are welcomed and each interns' experience is
individualized to enable them to work on commission projects while pursuing
something important to them.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Web Development
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: History
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:
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
Ms. Jill Ashton
Outreach Coordinator
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
Charles F. Hurley Building
19 Staniford Street, 6th Floor
Boston, MA 02114-2502
Phone: 617-626-6520
Fax:
Website: www.statee..ma.us/wormen/
Organization Description: The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women is
an independent state agency whose mission is to advance women toward full
equality in all areas of life. The MCSW provides a permanent, effective voice
for the women of the Commonwealth and stands for fundamental freedoms and basic
human rights.
Internship Description: Internships are available in a variety of areas
including legislative research, advocacy, fundraising, communications, and
resources and referrals.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
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:
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:
Transcript:
Other:
National Organization for Women, Massachusetts Chapter
Internship Coordinator
National Organization for Women, Massachusetts Chapter
1105 Commonwealth Ave-Suite 220
Boston, MA 02215
Phone: 617-254-9130
Fax: 617-254-9134
Website: www.bostonnow.org
Organization Description: Greater Boston NOW has a long tradition of local
activism in support of social justice causes. NOW seeks to address the
inequities facing women in our society by focusing its work on 5 issue areas:
reproductive rights; civil rights; economic rights, violence against women; and
racial justice.
Internship Description: Internships can be limited in scope or continue for the
entire semester. Interns discover how a non-profit works, gain hands on
experience in the legislative arena, learn about grass roots organizing. and
become involved in progressive activist politics.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
RESPOND, Inc
Ms. Trees Ackerman
Program Director
RESPOND, Inc
P.O. Box 555
Somerville, MA 02143
Phone: 617-625-5996
Fax:
Website: www.respondinc.org
Organization Description: RESPOND, Inc offers battered women's services that
include support groups and counseling, advocacy, shelter, children's services
and a hotline.
Internship Description: Their internship program varies and they try to work
with school programs and requirements. They have an LICSW on staff for those
seeking clinical placement. All interns must work a minimum of 15 hours per
week.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Donations Coordinator (Volunteer)
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: September 1
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 30
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Transition House, Inc
Ms. Lynnette Littles
Volunteer Coordinator
Transition House, Inc
649 Massachusetts Ave, Suite 6
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617-354-2676
Fax: 617-497-4836
Website: www.transitionhouse.org
Organization Description: Transition House, Inc is a non-profit organization
providing shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence. They
also provide prevention and outreach services to the community.
Internship Description: All interns/volunteers must attend a 35 hour domestic
violence training before beginning work in their shelter or offices. Some
internship opportunities exist in Development, Administration, Legislation, and
Domestic Violence. All interns/volunteers must make a one year or two semester
commitment.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
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: X
Policy: X
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other: All majors are considered
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: Email cover letter and resume to
Llittles@transitionhouse.org
Women's Center of Cambridge
Ms. Ming Chang
Center Coordinator
Women's Center of Cambridge
46 Pleasant Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617-354-6394
Fax:
Website: www.cambridgewomenscenter.org
Organization Description: The Women's Center of Cambridge seeks to provide women
with the resources and support they need to emerge from conditions of domestic
violence, sexual abuse, poverty, discrimination and isolation.
Internship Description: Interns work to answer phones and develop resources for
the Center. This requires providing information and emotional support for
clients as well as researching community resources for referrals.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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: X
Law:
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:
Michigan's Women's Commission
Ms. Judy Karandjeff
Executive Director
Michigan's Women's Commission
110 W. Michigan
Suite 800
Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: 517-373-2884
Fax: 517-335-1649
Website: www.mdcr.state.mi.us/mwc/
Organization Description: The Michigan Women's Commission is a state agency
dedicated to improving the lives of Michigan women.
Internship Description: Intern duties include: drafting and responding to
constituent inquiries, constructing articles for the quarterly newsletter,
helping with various projects related to women's issues, and participating in
agency sponsored events.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
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: September
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
The Women's Center of Southeastern Michigan
Ms. Kimberli Cummings
Executive Director
The Women's Center of Southeastern Michigan
2425 W. Stadium Boulevard
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone: 734-973-6779
Fax:
Website: www.womenscentersemi.org
Organization Description: The Women's Center serves girls and women by providing
personal counseling, job coaching, financial education and divorce support
services.
Internship Description: Self-motivated students practice counseling and case
management, maintain a caseload of 6-8 clients, present cases during group
supervision and develop and facilitate groups. The internship provides students
with exposure to all aspects of the nonprofit experience-from answering the
phones to program management, marketing, fund raising and grant writing.
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:
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:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Chrysalis
Ms. Nichole Salaam
Volunteer Coordinator
Chrysalis
4432 Chicago Avenue, S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Phone: 612-871-0118
Fax: 612-870-2403
Website: www.chrysaliswomen.org
Organization Description: Chrysalis is a non-profit organization. Its mission is
to empower women and their families to initiate personal and/or social change.
Chrysalis offers parenting and family education programs, chemical dependency
services, resource counseling and referrals and legal assistance to women.
Internship Description: Interns may work in all program areas. Internships
consist of 150 hours of service and may occur on a semester or year basis.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Counseling services
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Minnesota Department of Human Rights
Ms. Linda Hanson
Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs
Minnesota Department of Human Rights
190 E. 5th Street
Suite 700
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: 651-296-5679
Fax:
Website:
Organization Description: The Minnesota Department of Human Rights is a cabinet
level agency charged with enforcement of the Minnesota Human Rights Act. The
Department's mission is to stop illegal discrimination and promote equal
employment opportunities.
Internship Description: Interns participate in several departmental activities
under the direct supervision of the departmental head of each departmental unit
(compliance/legal affairs, investigative, intake, case access and program
development). Interns draft charges of discrimination, draft determinations,
responds to information requests, perform legal/legislative research, assist
with outreach activities, and assists with investigations.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
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: 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:
NARAL Pro-Choice Minnesota
Ms. Heather Hirch
Organizer
NARAL Pro-Choice Minnesota
550 Rice Street
St. Paul, MN 55103
Phone: 651-602-7655
Fax: 651-602-7656
Website: www.prochoiceminnesota.org
Organization Description: An affiliate of the NARAL-Pro-Choice America,
Minnesota NARAL Pro-Choice America is the state's largest pro-choice advocacy
organization.
Internship Description: During the summer NARAL Pro-Choice Minnesota offers 2
paid part-time internships in Events and Outreach. Students interested in other
work should contact them. A communications internship may also be available year
round.
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:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: January 15
Summer: April 15
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
WATCH
Ms. Shahidah Maayif
Volunteer Coordinator
WATCH
Suite 1001
North Star East 608 2nd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-341-2747
Fax: 612-39-1171
Website: www.watchmn.org
Organization Description: WATCH volunteers, interns and staff provide a public
presence in the court room and observe and collect data on approximately 3000
appearances per yea r.
Internship Description: Interns monitor court proceedings involving sexual
assault, domestic abuse, child abuse and child sex abuse, WATCH also offers
research internships which are program dependent.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
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: X
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 form available on line
Legal Advocates for Abused Women
Ms. Katherine Wessling
Volunteer Coordinator
Legal Advocates for Abused Women
PO Box 15137
St. Louis, MO 63116
Phone: 314-535-0813
Fax:
Website: www.laawstl.org
Organization Description: LAAW is a non-profit organization assisting victims of
domestic violence through the courts, law enforcement and civil and criminal
justice systems.
Internship Description: Interns may work with LAAW's crisis line (which operates
365 days a year), or one of their 7 separate court advocacy programs, or one of
their two programs working with law enforcement. Law students work on active
cases performing research and writing, drafting documents, interviewing clients
and witnesses and assisting in trial preparation.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Missouri Women's Council
Ms. Mary Cottom
Executive Director
Missouri Women's Council
PO Box 1684
310 West High
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-751-0810
Fax: 573-622-5005
Website: www.womenscouncil.org
Organization Description: The Women's Council is a statutorily developed
council that provides information to Missouri women to help them obtain
economic, social and political parity.
Internship Description: Interns work in all aspects of the organization,
performing research, assisting with meeting planning and event coordination.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: All welcome
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's Support and Community Services
Ms. Ilene Bloom Ellis
Director of Clinical Services
Women's Support and Community Services
2165 Hampton Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63139
Phone: 314-646-7500
Fax:
Website: www.womenssupport.org
Organization Description: Women's Support and Community service organization
provides crisis intervention, counseling and education for women experiencing
domestic violence, sexual assault or incest.
Internship Description: Interns may be undergraduate or masters level social
work or counseling students. Students work the crisis line, work with the
support group, assist with support groups, assist with class facilitation and
client assessments. (Depending on degree level.)
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
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:
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: October
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Friendship Home
Ms. Chandra DeBuse
Intern Coordinator
Friendship Home
PO Box 30268
Lincoln, NE 68503
Phone: 402-437-9312
Fax: 402-437-9368
Website: www.friendshiphome.org
Organization Description: Friendship Home is Lincoln's shelter for abused women
and their children. They provide case management, crisis intervention, support
groups and transitional housing for victims of domestic violence.
Internship Description: Internships are available on a flexible schedule.
Friendship Home works with students to design an internship which is meaningful
to the student. Internships are available in direct client service and Women's
and Children's Advocacy and Administration and Development.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
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: X
Other: Spanish,
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:
Women's Online Media and Education Network
Internship Coordinator
Women's Online Media and Education Network
Women's Radio and National Women's Calendar
2533 N. Carson Street, Suite 3003
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: 888-658-4635
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:
New Hampshire Commission on the Status of Women
Ms. Theresa deLangis
Executive Director
New Hampshire Commission on the Status of Women
Room 414 State House Annex
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-2660
Fax: 603-271-4032
Website: www.nh.gov/csw/
Organization Description: The New Hampshire Commission on the Status of Women is
a state agency devoted exclusively to issues related to women. Their focus is
particularly on economic autonomy, legal and political rights, education and
training, and gender discrimination.
Internship Description: Both graduate and undergraduate internships are
available. Projects are flexible and adapted to the interest and skills of the
student. Areas may include legislation, community outreach, research and
recognition of women's accomplishments.
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: 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:
Women's Supportive Services
Ms. Kristin Mettill
Direct Services Coordinator
Women's Supportive Services
11 School Street
Claremont, NH 03743
Phone: 603-543-0155
Fax:
Website: www.free-to-soar.org
Organization Description: Women's Supportive Services is Sullivan County's task
force on domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and sexual harassment. They
provide support to victims of these crimes and community education about these
issue.
Internship Description: Interns must serve a minimum of six months and complete
a 42 hour in house training program on providing advocacy to victims/survivors.
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: X
Graduate Students: X
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
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:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Center for American Women & Politics
Ms. Gilda Morales
Project Manager
Center for American Women & Politics
Eagleton Institute of Politics
191 Ryders Lane
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Phone: 732-932-9384
Fax: 732-032-6778
Website: www.cawp.rutgers.edu
Organization Description: The Center conducts research, education and public
service programs related to women's political participation. Additional
information is available on website.
Internship Description: Internship arrangements vary depending on the projects
being conducted by the Center at the time of the internship. Internships are
tailored to the needs of the student and the Center. Interns assist in data
collection and research project on women in Congress and policy issues.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Research organizing and logistics for Center programs.
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer:
Deadlines:
Fall: April
Spring: October
Summer:
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
League of Women Voters of New Jersey
Ms. Danzey Burnham
Executive Director
League of Women Voters of New Jersey
204 West State Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
Phone: 609-394-3303
Fax:
Website: www.lwvnj.org
Organization Description: The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political
organization that encourages informed and active citizen participation in
government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
Internship Description: Interns have the opportunity to work in a variety of
areas including, researching and editing publications, recruiting and marketing
the league to new members, public relations and voter services, database
maintenance, and assisting with registration drives and special projects.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
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: Government, 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:
Transcript:
Other:
Amnesty International, USA
Ms. Sheila Dauer
Director Women's Human RIghts
Amnesty International, USA
5 Penn Plaza-16th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 214-633-4251
Fax:
Website: www.amnestyusa.org/women
Organization Description: AIUSA is the US section of the world wide human rights
organization with 1.7 million members. AI works for a world where every person
can enjoy the rights promised in the UN Declaration of Human Rights.
Internship Description: Interns assist the Women's Human Rights Program by doing
internet research and writing articles. Interns also meet with visitors and
attend meetings of human rights organizations on women's issues. Some
administrative work is required.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Communications
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Human Rights 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: X
Transcript:
Other:
Center for Reproductive Law & Policy
Ms. Katerina Irnn
Human Resources Manager
Center for Reproductive Law & Policy
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 917-637-3600
Fax: 917-637-3666
Website: www.crlp.org
Organization Description: The Center for Reproductive Law and Policy is a
non-profit legal advocacy organization dedicated to defending and promoting
reproductive rights.
Internship Description: The Center offers internships for law students
researching and writing on pending cases. Occasionally, they do offer
opportunities for undergraduate students. For more details please check their
website.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
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:
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: February
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: See website for details.
Equality Now
Ms. Antonia Kirkland
Program Coordinator
Equality Now
250 West 57th Street-#1527
New York, NY 10107
Phone: 212-586-0906
Fax: 212-586-1611
Website: www.equalitynow.org
Organization Description: Equality Now is a international human rights
organization dedicated to the civil, political, economic, and social rights for
women around the world.
Internship Description: Equality Now offers several unpaid internships where
students work on a range of projects in the New York, London and Nairobi offices
of Equality Now.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Outreach/Media
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
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: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Family Care International
Ms. Hero Docus
Human Resources Coordinator
Family Care Internaitonal
588 Broadway
Suite 503
New York, NY 10012
Phone: 212-941-5300
Fax:
Website: www.familycareintl.org
Organization Description: Family Care is an international non-profit
organization committed to improving women's reproductive health and rights in
developing countries. FCI helps shape international policies on women's health,
disseminates information tools and promotes collaboration between governments
and non- governmental organizations to implement effective national strategies,
policies and programs.
Internship Description: FCI offers internships in three program areas, Latin
America and the Caribbean, Africa and Global Advocacy and Information Sharing.
Students must have strong research and writing skills, language skills in French
or Spanish and computer literacy. Interns work a minimum of 7 hours per week.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:
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:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: 10.00 hour
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
International Planned Parenthood Federation
.
Director of Human Resources
International Planned Parenthood Federation
Western Hemisphere Region, Inc
120 Wall Street
9th Floor
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 212-214-0228
Fax:
Website: www.ippfwhr.org
Organization Description: IPPF/WHR is a multi cultural, multi-lingual
organization that provides technical assistance and financial support to
reproductive health organizations, helps facilitate information sharing among
its affiliates and advocates sexual reproductive health and rights on a regional
and international level in the Western Hemisphere.
Internship Description: IPPF/WHR has a few internship openings each year for
students. Frequently the interns are required to be bilingual in Spanish and
English. Students can work in the programs, development or public affairs
departments.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning, Publication
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Spanish
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: transportation allowance
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: References
Justice Works Community
Ms. Mary Fitzgerald
Executive Director
Justice Works Community
1012 Eighth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Phone: 718-499-6704
Fax:
Website: www.justiceworks.org
Organization Description: Justice Works is a nonprofit, national, grassroots
campaign calling for alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenders
particularly mothers with dependent children.
Internship Description: Interns conduct internet research and participate in
public education and advocacy campaigns. These efforts include The Mothers in
Prison, Children in Crisis Campaign, the Women of Substance Program and the
Seven Neighborhood Action Partnership.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
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:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
League of Women Voters of New York
Ms. Kristen Hansen
Executive Director
League of Women Voters of New York
62 Grand Street
Albany, NY 12207
Phone: 518-465-4162
Fax: 518-465-0812
Website: www.lwvny.org
Organization Description: The League of Women Voters of New York is a
multi-issue, non-partisan organization whose mission is to encourage citizen
participation in government.
Internship Description: Interns participate in all aspects of non-profit
management and advocacy efforts.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Legal Momentum of New York
Undergraduate Internship Coordinator
Legal Momentum
395 Hudson Street
Fifth Floor
New York, NY 10014
Phone: 212-925-6635
Fax:
Website: www.legalmomentum.org
Organization Description: Legal Momentum is the largest and oldest national
organization devoted to using the power of the law to define and defend equal
rights for women. Their work focuses on three broad initiatives: economic
justice, freedom from gender based violence and equality under the law.
Internship Description: Internships are available in several different
departments. Duties vary accordingly.
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: 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: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: March 15
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: References
MADRE
Ms. Kristin Ruff
Internship Coordinator
MADRE
121 West 27th Street
Room 301
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 212-627-0444
Fax: 212-675-3704
Website: www.madre.org
Organization Description: MADRE is an international women's human rights
organization that works in partnership with women's community based groups in
conflict areas worldwide to address issues of health and reproductive rights,
education, economic development, and other human rights. Since its formation in
1983, MADRE has provided over 22 million dollars of support to community based
women's groups in Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Africa and the
Balkans, Asia and the United States.
Internship Description: MADRE interns work a minimum of 15 hours a week for 2
months. Intern duties may include conducting outreach, performing internet
research, organizing speaking engagements, assisting in preparations for human
rights training sessions, and supporting and maintaining websites and databases,
designing educational materials and general administrative assistance.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other: Campaign Organizing, Public Education
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: International Development, Latin American Studies
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 15
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $10 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
NARAL Pro-CHoice New York
Ms. Debbie Johnson
Internship Coordinator
NARAL Pro-CHoice New York
470 Park Avenue South-7th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-343-0114
Fax: 212-343-0119
Website: www.prochoiceny.org
Organization Description: The New York State affiliate of NARAL’s mission is to
keep abortion safe and legal and accessible to all women and to expand access to
reproductive health care.
Internship Description: Internships are offered in a variety of areas including
development, health care access, website management, legislative, youth
coordination and community organizing. Specific internships are listed on their
website.
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:
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 15
Spring: February
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Cover letter should specify which internship-email to
djohnson@prochoiceny.org
NYC Alliance Against Sexual Assault
Ms. Tamara Pollack
Training and Education Director
NYC Alliance Against Sexual Assault
27 Christopher Street
Third Floor
New York, NY 10014
Phone: 212 229-0345
Fax: 212 229-0676
Website: www.nycagainstrape.org
Organization Description: The mission of the New York City Alliance Against
Sexual Assault is to provide leadership in creating a society in which rape and
sexual abuse are not tolerated and in which survivors receive appropriate
support and intervention. This is accomplished by uniting organizations
influencing policy, and through advocacy education and research.
Internship Description: Interns work on a variety of projects that vary
depending on the time of the year. Interns may work on web page development,
fund raising, grant writing and monitoring the media.
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:
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
National Organization for Women-New York City
Intern Coordinator
National Organization for Women-New York City
150 West 28th Street
Suite 302
New York, NY 10021
Phone: 212-627-9895
Fax: 212 627-9861
Website: www.nownyc.org
Organization Description: NOW-NYC is the founding chapter of the largest and
most powerful women's organization in the country. From its founding NOW has
been a grassroots organization whose power to change society comes directly from
its members. The NYC Chapter has over 2000 members.
Internship Description: Many intern opportunities exist for women interested in
Reproductive Choice, Violence Against Women, Eliminating Racism, Lesbian Rights,
Equal Rights Amendment, Sexual Harassment, Education, Economic Equity, Political
Participation, Homemakers and Child Care, Older and Mid-life Women's Rights.
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
Spring: December
Summer: March
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Planned Parenthood of New York City
Human Resources
Planned Parenthood of New York City
26 Bleecker Street
New York, NY 10012
Phone: 212-274-7200
Fax: 212-274-7218
Website: www.ppnyc.org
Organization Description: Planned Parenthood of NYC provides reproductive health
care services and education to New York City men, women and teens.
Internship Description: While each internship varies, students work between 180
and 300 hours. Internships may be divided between the clinic and the
administrative office.
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:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies:
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring:
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring:
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Intern Application
Sanctuary for Families
Ms. Emily Lo Bue
Manager Volunteer Resources
Sanctuary for Families
PO Box 1406
Wall Street Station
New York, NY 10268
Phone: 212-349-6009
Fax: 212-349-6810
Website: www.sanctuaryforfamilies.org
Organization Description: Sanctuary for Families offers a full range of services
for victims of domestic violence and their children. Services include clinical ,
legal, shelter, support groups, counseling, Children's services, referrals and
advocacy.
Internship Description: Interns can receive a variety of experiences depending
on the program in which they want to work. Opportunities include clinical,
legal, shelter, Administration and Community Outreach.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Administration
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
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:
United Nations
Internship Coordinator
United Nations
1 UN Plaza
S-2500J
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-963-7522
Fax: 212-906-6705
Website: www.un.org
Organization Description: The UN is an international organization. UNIFEM is
part of the United Nations Development program which focuses on women's issues
in economic development and women's human rights.
Internship Description: Interns backgrounds and interests are matched with the
needs of the organization. Some internships may also be available at regional
offices world wide. Interns must be graduate students. To contact these offices
visit their web site.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research: X
Other: International development
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: 5 months prior
Spring: 5 months prior
Summer: 5 months prior
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application form available on their website
United Nations Development Fund For Women
Ms. Rena Frackt
Internship Coordinator
United Nations Development Fund For Women
304 East 45th Street 15th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-906-6112
Fax: 212-906-6105
Website: www.unifem.org
Organization Description: UNIFEM is the women's fund at the United Nations. It
provides financial and technical assistance to innovative programmes and
strategies to foster women's empowerment and gender equity. Placing the
advancement of women's human rights at the centre of all its efforts, UNIFEM
focuses it activities on four areas: reducing feminized poverty; ending violence
against women; reversing the spread of AIDS among women and girls; and achieving
gender equality in democratic governance in times of peace as well as war.
Internship Description: Graduate level interns are accepted to work with UNIFEM
programs and studies in New York.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Media Relation,
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law: X
Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
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:
Cover Letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application from UNIFEM website
Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
Ms. Mary Jane Escobar-Collins
Officer of Board Relations and Operations
Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
122 East 42nd Street
12th Floor
New York, NY 10168
Phone: 212-551-3111
Fax: 212-551-3180
Website: www.womenscommission.org
Organization Description: The Women's Commission on Refugee Women and Children
works to improve the lives and to the defend the rights of refugee and
internally displaced women, children and adolescents. As an advocacy
organization, the Women's Commission is dedicated to bringing about systems
changes that would lead to greater respect for the rights of uprooted women,
children and adolescents. The organization strives to achieve policy changes
with broad worldwide impact.
Internship Description: Internships are geared to students skills and interests
and staff projects that are underway during the internship. Some administrative
work is required.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
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: X
Other: International Affairs
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:
The Women's Connection
Ms. Mary Jo Grasdorf
Executive Director
The Women's Connection
4042 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45205
Phone: 513-471-4673
Fax: 513-557-3741
Website: www.womensconnectionc.org
Organization Description: The Women's Connection is a neighborhood center
committed to educating, empowering and enriching the lives of women, children
and families.
Internship Description: Social work interns update referral resources and
conduct intake interviews to access client needs. Interns also assist with
Hispanic outreach in a women's center that serves a diverse urban community.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: women's support programs,
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: August
Spring: February
Summer: May 1
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: negotiable
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette
Ms. Melisa Kern
Manager of Volunteer Services
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette
3231 SE 50th Avenue
Portland, OR 97206
Phone: 503-280-6150
Fax:
Website: www.ppcw.org
Organization Description: PPCW provides a variety of family planning services,
promotes healthy sexuality and protects access to sexual and reproductive health
care.
Internship Description: PPCW offers internships in Health Education, GLBT
issues, Fundraising, grassroots organizing, market research and counseling.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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:
Psychology: X
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 15
Spring: December1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application-request by email volunteers@ppcw.org
American Civil Liberties Union
Mr. Steven Gutzler
Legal Program Assistant
American Civil Liberties Union
P.O. Box 70008
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: 215-592-1513
Fax:
Website: www.aclupa.org
Organization Description: The American Civil Liberties Union is a non-profit,
non-partisan organization dedicated to defending and protecting an individual's
rights and personal freedoms. Through advocacy, education and litigation their
attorneys advocate and volunteers work to preserve and promote civil liberties
including freedom of speech, the right to privacy, reproductive freedom and
equal protection under the law.
Internship Description: Internship positions with the ACLU vary. For the most up
to date intern opportunities please call or visit their website at
www.aclupa.org.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
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:
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: July
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
Choice, Inc.
Internship Coordinator
Choice, Inc.
1233 Locust Street
Suite 301
Phildelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-985-3355
Fax: 215-985-2838
Website: www.choice-phila.org
Organization Description: Choice is a dynamic community based agency dedicated
to ensuring access to quality health care services and educating individuals to
make informed decisions about a wide range of health care issues. Choice serves
more than 6,500 people in the Philadelphia area annually.
Internship Description: Internships are offered for both undergraduate and
graduate students in the following program areas: Community Education, Community
Outreach and Training, Reproductive Health Resources and HIV Resources. Most
internships are unpaid.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
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:
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:
Clara Bell Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project
Ms. Julie Petrella
Director
Clara Bell Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project
ACLU of Pennsylvania
PO Box 1161
Philadelphia, PA 19105-1161
Phone: 215-629-0111
Fax:
Website: www.aclupa.org
Organization Description: The Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project provides
education and advocacy regarding the need for the full range of reproductive
health options including abortion for women of ages, races and income levels.
Internship Description: Internship format and scheduling are very flexible.
Interns generally work with others on the project that interest them the most.
They are given a great deal of guidance but are also encouraged to work
independently, thereby making the project their own. Recent projects include
emergency contraception for rape victims and minors rights to sensitive health
care.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Community Education
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: March 15
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women's International League for Peace & Freedom
Ms. Jody Dodd
Leadership & Outreach Coordinator
Women's International League for Peace & Freedom
1213 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-563-7110
Fax: 215-563-5527
Website: www.wilpf.org
Organization Description: Women's International League for Peace and Freedom is
a women's peace and social justice organization working on disarmament, racial
reconciliation and economic justice.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities exist in leadership,
publications, program, web, legislative and development. A 500 word writing
sample should accompany your resume.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
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:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care:
Other: Journalism
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November15
Summer: April 1
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: $1400
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Law Project
Dabney Miller
Associate Director
Women's Law Project
125 South 9th Street
Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-928-9801
Fax:
Website: www.womenslawproject.org
Organization Description: Women's Law Project is a public interest legal
advocacy organization that engages in impact litigation, public policy advocacy,
public education and individual counseling to advance the legal, social and
economic status of women.
Internship Description: The Women's Law Project offers research internships for
law students and placements for masters social work students. They also use
undergraduates for internships with Women Vote-PA and the telephone counseling
service. Counseling interns take information from callers about their concerns
and provide legal information and extensive referrals to other organizations who
may assist the client.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
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:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
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: See website for additional info
Day One
Ms. Francine Bolthatino
Volunteer Coordinator
Day One
100 Medway Street
Providence, RI 02906
Phone: 401-421-4100
Fax: 401-454-5565
Website: www.satrc.org
Organization Description: Day One's mission is to reduce the prevalence of
sexual violence and to support and advocate for those affected by it. Day One
addresses the issues of sexual assault and trauma though a comprehensive range
of services including intervention, treatment, education and prevention.
Internship Description: Interns may work with advocates who provide support and
legal advocacy to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at area
hospitals, police departments or through the crisis line. Interns may also be
involved in the Children's Advocacy Center for child victims of sexual abuse or
physical abuse. Policy and Education Interns may be utilized in training or
research and writing concerning legislative issues supportive of victims of
sexual assault. Communications interns may work in the development of written,
television and radio materials and outreach.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other: Education outreach, Communications
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:
Other: Public Relations, Journalism
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: January
Summer: May
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Girls Incorporated of Memphis
Ms. Tonya Bradley
Director of Programs
Girls Incorporated of Memphis
60 North Third
Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: 901-523-0217
Fax:
Website: www.girlsincmemphis.org
Organization Description: Girls Inc is a national organization that serves girls
6-18 empowering them to be self sufficient.
Internship Description: Interns are offered the opportunity to be involved
directly with direct service, fund development, post secondary opportunity for
teens.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:
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:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Texas Council on Family Violence
Ms. Andrea Giron
Prevention manager
Texas Council on Family Violence
PO Box 16180
Austin, TX 78716
Phone: 800-525-1978
Fax:
Website: www.tcfv.org
Organization Description: The Texas Council on Family Violence is a state wide
coalition for family violence programs in Texas. They offer advocacy support,
technical assistance and training for member organizations.
Internship Description: Interns may work on one of three teams within the
organization. The public policy team works on advocacy projects. The prevention
team researches best practices research and program support. The support team
provides direct training and support to coalition member organizations. All
offer internships for students.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: x
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
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: July 15
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Health & Family Planning Association of Texas
Intern Coordinator
Women's Health & Family Planning Association of Texas
PO Box 3868
Austin, TX 78704
Phone: 512-448-4857
Fax: 512-448-3373
Website: www.whfpt.org
Organization Description: The WHFPT is a non-profit organization that advocates
for high quality, acccessible reproductive health care. They provide public
information on family planning and state policy.
Internship Description: Internships are very flexible and encourage students to
focus on one major project during the term.
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:
Law:
Sociology/Social Work: X
Women's Studies: X
Policy: X
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women Helping Battered Women
Ms. Katie Sullivan
Volunteer Coordinator
Women Helping Battered Women
PO Box 1535
Butlington, VT 05402
Phone: 802-658-3131
Fax: 802-658-3832
Website: www.whbw.org
Organization Description: Women Helping Battered Women provides emergency
services to battered women and their children as well as education and outreach
to the community.
Internship Description: Interns are used in all program areas including:
shelter, hotline, children, education and development. A 20 hour training
program is provided.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research:
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
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: X
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management: X
Health Care: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application available on line at www.whbw.org
Feminist Majority Foundation
Ms. Crystal Lander
Intern Coordinator
Feminist Majority Foundation
1600 Wilson Blvd
Suite 801
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 703-522-2214
Fax: 703-522-2219
Website: www.feminist.org
Organization Description: The Feminist Majority Foundation, one of the nation's
leading research and advocacy organizations for women's rights develops creative
long term strategies and permanent solutions for the pervasive social, political
and economic obstacles facing women.
Internship Description: Interns work on a variety of projects including:
researching women's issues, public policy advocacy, attending hearings,
organizing events and demonstrations. Each internship is tailored to meet the
needs of the individual student.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising:
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research:
Community Organizing: X
Advocacy: X
Legal Research:
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: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June 15
Spring: October 15
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
WREI Policy Fellowship Program
Fellowship Rpgram
WREI Policy Fellowship Program
3300 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 218
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.wrei.org
Organization Description: WREI Fellowships are designed to train potential
leaders in public policy formation to examine issues from the perspective,
experience and needs of women. Interns are placed with Congressional offices and
Committee staffs.
Internship Description: Interns work as legislative staff members working on
legislative issues affecting women. Students must be enrolled in a graduate
program to be considered or have recently completed a graduate program. Interns
work from January to August.
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: Sociology/Social Work:
Women's Studies:
Policy:
Psychology:
Non-profit Management:
Health Care:
Other: Any post-graduate program of study.
Semesters Available:
Fall:
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring: May
Summer: May
Stipend: X
Stipend Amount: 1400.00 month
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover Letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Download application on line.
Women's Research and Education Institute
Ms. Susan Scanlan
President
Women's Research and Education Institute
3300 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 218
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: 202-628-0444
Fax: 202-628-0458
Website: www.wrei.org
Organization Description: Since 1977, Members of Congress have looked to WREI
for nonpartisan information and policy analysis on women's equity issues. WREI's
mission is to identify issues affecting women and their role in the family,
workplace, and public arena, and to inform and help shape the public policy
debate on these issues. They are supported by private-sector grants and
contributions.
Internship Description: Interns assist WREI staff on various projects and can
count on being given substantive assignments in their specific areas of
interest. Interns must also be willing to help with clerical work - answering
phones, mailings, copying documents, etc. WREI considers interns to be members
of their staff and include them in virtually all of their activities. Interns
must have completed at least one year of college.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service:
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources:
Economic Research: X
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
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: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: 2 letters of recommendation
Washington Women's Employment and Education
Ms. Amy Kostelecky-Roe
Volunteer Manager
Washington Women's Employment and Education
3516 S. 47th Street
Suite 205
Tacoma, WA 98409
Phone: 253-474-9933
Fax:
Website: www.wwee.org
Organization Description: This organization is a non-profit agency working to
provide education and training to low income women to enable them to become
self-supporting.
Internship Description: Interns have a variety of opportunities including
assisting in the classroom, one on one tutoring assistance, resource development
and research on issues that impact clients.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
Referral and Resources: X
Economic Research:
Community Organizing:
Advocacy:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred majors:
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
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: August
Spring: Open
Summer: April
Stipend:
Stipend Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover Letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Planned Parenthood of Maryland
Ms. Deborah Chilcoat
Education and Training Specialist
Planned Parenthood of maryland
330 N. Howard Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-665-9775
Fax:
Website: www.plannedparenthoodmd.org
Organization Description: The mission of Planned Parenthood of Maryland is to
enable all Marylanders to have access to a wide range of high quality,
affordable, reproductive health care services. By providing medical services,
education, training and advocacy, they seek to help individuals make informed
decisions about their reproductive health, family planning options and
sexuality.
Internship Description: Internships are available in a variety of departments
within the organization, These include speakers bureau, health center, and
abortion counseling. Students should complete a volunteer application on line.
Internship Experiences:
Policy Research: X
Direct Client Service: X
Fund Raising: X
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: X
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: On line application