Communications Intern Scholars Strategy Network - Cambridge, MA 02139 $14 - $20 an hour - Part-time, Internship The Scholars Strategy Network is looking for paid, part-time communications interns for the Summer and Fall of 2018. Interns will support SSN staff in achieving the organizations mission: bringing research and evidence into the public debate to improve policy and strengthen democracy. These positions require a commitment of 10 to 15 hours per week during the semester, with some additional hours available during the summer. Salary range is $14-$20 per hour based on qualifications and experience. SSN offices are located in 675 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139. Preferred start date is immediate, but can be delayed. About the Scholars Strategy Network The Scholars Strategy Network is a one-stop resource that connects journalists, policymakers, and civic leaders to Americas top scholars and their research. Together they inform news and help solve the nations toughest policy problems. Across the country, chapters and scholars volunteer their research, time, and energy. Scholars join the network to become part of a community of leading researchers who are dedicated to improving policy and strengthening democracy. Learn more at www.scholars.org. Qualifications * Graduate student, advanced undergraduate student, or equivalent experience * Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proofreading ability * Able to provide a short writing sample * Commitment to SSNs mission * Self-motivated * Eagerness to learn about the political process and nonprofit sector * Professional, positive, and trustworthy * Ability to learn new skills * Flexibility to move among tasks Job Responsibilities * Supporting the production of the SSN podcast, No Jargon * Building press lists and compiling outreach materials for reporters on a variety of topics * Identifying key journalists and communications opportunities * Editing and proofreading * Tracking and analyzing the progress of the SSN communications team * Supporting the rest of the SSN team as needed by proof-reading documents, compiling and entering data, assisting in event planning, and taking on new tasks * Additional duties as assigned How to Apply Email a cover letter, resume, a short writing sample (i.e. blog post, newsletter, OpEd, or short essay), and names and contact info of two references to Dominik Doemer at dominik@scholars.org with subject line SSN Communications Intern - [Your Name]. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. SSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, class, color, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender, national origin, race, sexual orientation, or gender identity. People of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and women are encouraged to apply. 23 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Communications Internship Raytheon - Tewksbury, MA 7 hours ago Planning /Purchasing Intern PerkinElmer - Boston, MA 22 hours ago Help Wanted Sunny Florists - South Boston, MA Job Spotter - 21 hours ago Civic Engagement Intern Scholars Strategy Network - Cambridge, MA 23 hours ago Staff Assistant, III Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) - Boston, MA Partners HealthCare - 23 hours ago * Communication Intern jobs in Cambridge, MA * Jobs at Scholars Strategy Network in Cambridge, MA * Communication Intern salaries in Cambridge, MA Scholars Strategy Network The Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) is an association of academics and researchers who coordinate to address public challenges while... Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume