AAFA
We are still looking for spring interns – https://www.aafaglobal.org/AAFA/About/AAFA_Careers.aspx We offer at $1,500 stiped.
NATE HERMAN, Senior Vice President, Policy (POSC Alum Advisory Board Member) American Apparel & Footwear Association 740 6th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
www.aafaglobal.org | nherman@aafaglobal.org
AAFA EVENTS: December 7 | AAFA Asia Executive Forum
The Hub
As a former Blue Hen, I want to share an internship opportunity at my workplace. I am the hiring manager for this position and welcome any and all questions, students can reach me via this email.
Rachael Russell <rachaellynnrussell@gmail.com>
The Hub's polling and analytics team is currently accepting applications for its Spring 2024 Internship. This is a paid internship at a pay rate of $17/hour.
All applicants must be available to take on a full-time internship for a minimum of 40 hours a week. We're a fast-moving organization that's always ready to jump into the next fight, so the right person for the internship is not afraid of taking on new opportunities to move people to action and quickly responding to an ever-changing news cycle.
As an intern for our Polling & Analytics team, you will be:
- Providing support and conduct background research to help inform questionnaire design
- Reading and understanding topline and crosstab data, and learning basic data analysis skills
- Reviewing verbatim open-ended responses from surveys and videos or transcripts from focus groups
- Creating and editing draft presentations or memos using polling data
- Proofreading final deliverables prior to public release
- Monitoring public polling for key trends and communicate relevant data to internal campaign teams
- Performing other duties as assignedAbout you:
- You have a demonstrated interest in progressive causes
- You are proficient in PowerPoint and Excel
- You're a skilled writer with the ability to modify messages and tone to move particular audiences
- You're an effective multi-tasker
- You're extremely organized, detail-oriented, and analyticalIn addition, it would be a bonus if:
- You have taken coursework in statistics
- You have experience with a statistical package such as STATA, R, or SPSS
You have experience working on progressive issue campaigns
Washington, D.C. Legislative Program
The Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) seeks interns for his office in Washington, DC for spring of 2022. Responsibilities include answering phones, sorting mail, handling requests for flags and tours, and assisting legislative staff in research. Internship positions are full or part time. This position requires outstanding organizational abilities, strong communication skills, attention to detail, poise, flexibility, and an ability to prioritize in an extremely fast-paced office. Motivated, hard-working, and professional applicants looking to get a taste of Capitol Hill are encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should visit Senator Coons' website at https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/internships. Applications require a completed questionnaire, a resume, cover letter, and one brief (2-3 pages) writing sample related to your major. The internship will run from early February to May.
Application deadline is December 13th, 2021. Delaware ties are preferred.
Apply here before Monday, December 13th:
https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/199c999c-bf08-418f-95d6-dcc2a1677a8d
More information here: https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/internships
United State Senator Tom Carper - Internship Program
Senator Carper is now accepting applications from students interested in serving as interns in his state offices during the upcoming Winter Term. For those looking for a unique experience and an insider's look into the political process, this program presents an opportunity for both. Senator Carper's internship program is a great way to receive college credits while gaining hands-on work and political experience. Our interns interact with Senator Carper, his staff and constituents daily. The internship program is open to college students and recent graduates with a record of academic excellence and a strong interest in public service. Preference is given to Delaware residents.
The internship application can be found on Senator Carper's website at the following address:
https://www.carper.senate.gov/services/internships/
The application packet requires the following:
- Application
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Letter of recommendation
- Writing sample (500 word max.)
To apply, please submit your complete application to: Ms. Emma Wethered if you are applying to the Wilmington office:
Wilmington Attn: Emma Wethered emma_wethered@carper.senate.gov 301 North Walnut Street, Suite 102L-1 Wilmington, DE 19801 Phone: 302-573-6291 Fax: 302-573-6434
Ms. Amber Withrow if you are applying to the Dover office:
Dover Attn: Amber Withrow amber_withrow@carper.senate.gov 500 West Loockerman Street, Suite 470 Dover, DE 19904 Phone: 302-674-3308 Fax: 302-674-5464
American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)
Name of Position: Policy Intern
Contact: kkern@aafaglobal.org
Materials needed: Please send your resume and a short email about your interest in the position to Kristen Kern at kkern@aafaglobal.org
Notes & website with additional information: Visit our website for more information
The New York State Democratic Committee
Name of Position: Spring Political Volunteers
Contact: ryan@nydems.org
Materials needed: Submit a resume to ryan@nydems.org AND that you are applying for the
Summer program.
Notes & website with additional information: Applications submitted directly to the hiring platform will NOT be reviewed
Office of the State Auditor
Name of Position: State Auditor’s office intern (but we can rename once candidates secured)
Deadline to Apply: Applications accepted year round
Contact: Please contact Alaina Sewell
Alaina.sewell@delaware.gov 302-515-5410 text or call
Materials needed: Please provide most recent resume.
Notes & website with additional information: Visit our website at Auditor.delaware.gov
The National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC)
Name of Position: Interns
Contact: questions@traindemocrats.org
Materials Needed: To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter (both PDFs) to questions@traindemocrats.org. In your cover letter, please indicate your desire to work part-time or full-time and please list “Fall 2021 Internship” in the subject line.
The Delaware State Senate Democratic Caucus
Name of Position: Communications Intern
Contact: Scott Goss scott.goss@delaware.gov
Materials Needed: To apply please include your resume and a writing sample in an email to Communications Director Scott Goss
Conservative Partnership
Name of Position: Intern
Contact: Kali Kountoupis kkountoupis@conservativepartnership.org
Materials Needed: Completed Google Form
The Virginia Coordinated Campaign
Name of Position: Fellow
Contact: Olivia Brandon olivia.brandon@2020victory.com
Deadline to Apply: August 28th
Materials Needed: Completed Google Form
FS Vector
Name of Position: Intern
More information here.
Governor John Carney
The Office of Governor John Carney offers part-time internships throughout the fall, winter, spring, and summer semesters for college students. This internship is a great opportunity for college students to gain policy and public speaking skills, while getting exposure to the Delaware political system. Interns will be asked to compile press clips, assist with both written and verbal constituent communications, sort mail, answer phones, and generally support the Governor’s staff. In addition to those tasks, each intern in the office is assigned to a policy advisor. Projects assigned by policy advisors include researching and writing a memo on one of the Governor’s issue areas and researching bills that are currently in the General Assembly. Internships are paid, and may qualify for course credit. Internships are available at the Governor’s offices in both Wilmington, DE and Dover, DE and interns are required to devote between 15 and 25 hours week to being in the office. In addition to the time commitment, all interns need to have reliable transportation to either our Wilmington or Dover office. Applicants interested in our winter internship program should apply online here before the priority deadline of May 3, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage students to apply well before the deadline.
Delaware Democratic Party
Name of Position: Delaware Democratic Party Internship at State Headquarters
Contact: Travis Williams, Deputy Executive Director (302) 328-9036 Travis@DelDems.org
Deadline to Apply: Accept applications on a rolling basis.
Materials Needed: Completed Google Form found on their website. The form will become accessible in March for the summer internship program.
Notes & Website for additional information: Internship is unpaid.
Visit Website for more information
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Name of Position: Communications and Events Intern, Legislative Affairs Intern,
Contact: Denée Crumrine, Communications Manager (302) 576-6566 dcrumrine@dscc.com
Deadline to Apply: The Chamber accepts applications on a rolling basis.
Materials Needed: Resume, Cover letter, and 2-3 writing samples if applying to be a Communications and Events Intern.
Notes & Website for additional information: Email the above materials to dcrumrine@dscc.com and indicate what program you're interested in. Internship is unpaid but the Chamber is willing to work with interns' universities for credit. Parking fees are reimbursed.
Visit Website for more information
World Trade Center Delaware
Name of Position: Internship Opportunities in Administration/Operation, Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, Program Coordination and Research/Trade Information
Contact:
Wilmington Office: (302) 656-7905
Specific inquiries into the application: info@wtcde.com
Deadline to Apply: Accept applications on a rolling basis. Interviews for summer positions are done during the spring semester.
Materials Needed: Cover Letter, resume, indication of which position you're interested in (applicants may indicate more than one position if interested or in case one position is already filled)
Notes & Website for additional information: Unpaid but willing to work with schools to arrange a for-credit option. Send completed application to: info@wtcde.com and the Center will schedule an interview after receiving the completed application.
Visit Website for more information
Office of the Child Advocate
Name of Position: Office of the Child Advocate Internship
Contact: Rosalie Morales, Chief Policy Advisor (302) 255-1730 Rosalie.morales@delaware.gov
Deadline to Apply: Applications will be accepted on a quarterly basis and interviews will be conducted within a month of the application deadline.January 1 (Interviews in January/February)April 1 (Interviews in April/May)July 1 (Interviews in July/August)October 1 (Interviews in October/November)
Materials Needed: Resume, Cover Letter, Professional References
Notes & Website for additional information: Visit Website for more information
Delaware Department of Education
Name of Position: Delaware Future Education Leaders Program
Contact: Angela Moffett-Batty, Education Associate, Communications (302) 735-4099 angela.moffett-batty@doe.k12.de.us
Deadline to Apply: April 1st
Materials Needed: Resume, Completed Online Application
Notes & Website for additional information: The Department is unsure if they are continuing the program for next year, but inquiries may still be sent to the above contact. In the past, participants have received a $3,000 stipend upon completion of the program.
Visit Website for more information
DNREC/Delaware State Parks
Name of Position: Policy and Communications Intern (DE National Estuarine Research Reserve, St. Jones Reserve)
Contact: Questions should be directed to (302) 739-9183 or to DNREC_HelpYourPark@State.de.us
Deadline to Apply: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Materials Needed: Completed online application including 2 references. Once the online application is completed and submitted, a request for an interview will be initiated.
Notes & Website for additional information: Stipend of $100/week available for interns serving 30+ hours/week.
Online Application Here.
United Way of Delaware
Name of Position: Summer Internship
Contact: Jamee Boone, Senior Vice President, Philanthropy and Engagement (302) 573-3795 jboone@uwde.org
Deadline to Apply: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round.
Materials Needed: Interested applicants should reach out to the above contact with their resume and a cover letter detailing their course of study, interests, hobbies, passions, skills, and any program specifics and information that may help transfer university credit. A phone interview should be scheduled within a week of reaching out.
Notes & Website for additional information: Visit Website for more information
CHILD Inc.
Name of Position: CHILD Inc. Internship
Contact: Gina Dominick, Human Resources Coordinator (302) 762-8989 gdominick@childinc.com
Deadline to Apply: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Materials Needed: Resume and cover letter detailing what you're hoping to accomplish, availability, and which programming you're most interested in. If there are openings, directors of the specific program will reach out for an interview.
Notes & Website for additional information: CHILD Inc. offers internships year-round.
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Delaware Center for Justice
Name of Position: Delaware Center for Justice Internship
Contact: Kirstin Cornnell, Interim Executive Director (302) 658-7174 Ext. 25 kcornnell@dcjustice.org
Deadline to Apply: April 1
Materials Needed: A completed application found here and emailed to kcornnel@dcjustice.org
Notes & Website for additional information: The Center also accepts interns during the fall and spring semesters. Interns can be center-wide or dedicated to a specific programming realm if interested.
Delaware Republican Party
Name of Position: Intern
Contact: Paula Manolakos, 302-668-1954, pmanolakos@delaware.gop
Deadline to Apply – No deadline, interns are always welcomed – we have plenty to do!
Materials Needed: Resume or Outline with Contact Information, their interests, and skills.
Notes & Website for additional information: Unpaid – our Interns usually volunteer for Credit.
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Office of Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: Sydney.Garlick, Sydney.Garlick@Delaware.gov
Deadline to apply: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Materials Needed: Resume, Letter of Intent, any documents are accepted send them to the email listed above
Notes & Website for Additional Information: List of Initiatives and projects found here
Attorney General Kathy Jennings, Delaware Department of Justice, Attorney General's Office
Name of Position: Legal intern and Volunteer Program
Contact: Delaware Department of Justice, 820 N. French Street, HR/6th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801, Alfred.Dillione@Delaware.Gov
Deadline to apply: Application is rolling
Materials Needed: Fill out the DOJ Employment application here
Notes & Website for Additional Information:
Mail: Delaware Department of Justice, 820 N. French Street, HR/6th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801
Email: DOJHR@delaware.gov
Fax: 302-577-5866
State Auditor Kathy McGuiness
Name of Position: Internship
Contact:
Deadline to apply: Rolling Admission
Materials Needed: Resume, Letter of intent
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Visit Website for more information
Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: Victoria.Jones@Delaware.Gov, Executive Assistant to the Commissioner, (302) 674-7305
Deadline to apply: Rolling Admission
Materials Needed: Resume, Letter of Intent, any additional information, send them to the email listed above
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Visit Website for more information
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer
Name of Position: Intern
Contact: Tamarra Foulkes, Director of Economic Development, Tamarra.Morris@newcastlede.gov
Deadline to apply: Applications are rolling
Materials Needed: Send a Resume and be prepared to pass a background check
Notes & Website for Additional Information: There is ample opportunity in the municipality of Newcastle County. Opportunity in:
City of Wilmington office of the Mayor
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: ssluoma@wilmingtonde.gov, Special Assistant to the Mayor Office of the Mayor Louis L. Redding City/County Building800 N. French Street, 9th Floor Wilmington, Delaware 19801
Deadline to apply: Rolling Admission
Materials Needed: Resume, Cover Letter
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Visit Website for more information
Department of Education
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: Emily Cunningham, Chief of Staff emily.cunningham@doe.k12.de.us401 Federal St Ste 2, Dover, DE 19901(302) 735-4000
Deadline to apply: Admissions are rolling
Materials Needed: Resume, cover letters and additional information accepted
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Visit Website for more information
Kent County Levy Court
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: 555 Bay Rd Dover, DE 19901 (302) 744 - 2305 / Fax: (302) 736- 2279 Email: admin@co.kent.de.us
Deadline to apply: Rolling Admission
Materials Needed: Resume
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Visit Website for more information
Sussex County Council
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: (302) 855-7743 Sussex County Council 2 The Circle, P.O. Box 589 Georgetown, DE 19947
Deadline to apply: Applications are accepted year round on a rolling basis
Materials Needed: Resume, any additional documents are accepted, send this information by making a request on their website as listed below or by getting in contact with a council member using the phone number listed above or the contact information on the website.
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Can send in special request by clicking on Clerk of Council Robin Griffith's name
DE State Senate Republican Caucus
Name of Position: Internship
Contact: Deanna.killen@delaware.gov
Delaware State Senate – Republican Caucus
411 Legislative Ave
Dover, DE 19901
302-744-4161
Deadline to apply: Applications are accepted year round on a rolling basis
Materials Needed: Resume, any additional documents are accepted.
Notes & Website for Additional Information: Individuals interested should know that this internship would not be payed.
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Federal Internship Portal
Interested in exploring careers in government? Check out this new web portal for federal internships for the latest updates on internships available in the federal government.
The new portal filters federal job advertisements by those available to current high school, university, or graduate program students, and it allows potential applicants to sort openings by agency, salary General Schedule pay grade, and location. Individual listings also state the length of the internship program, expected hours from participants, as well as whether interns could be converted to full-time positions upon the completion of their degree.
