Minnesota Summer Program Internship Job Type: Internship Region/State: Minnesota Share For 45 years Clean Water Action has succeeded in winning some of the nation's most important environmental protections through grassroots organizing, expert policy research and political advocacy focused on holding elected officials accountable to the public. Clean Water Action is looking for enthusiastic students or recent graduates who are willing to assist with our program work from June through August 2018. This is an opportunity to explore and gain practical experience on various aspects of policy work and how it related to organizing strategies. Job Description Assist with creating web based content on a variety of subjects Provide general support of program work including research. Engage interested members over email, phone, and in-person and with the program team determine where best they fit in the organization Strategize and help develop project ideas. Assist with additional projects as needed. Interns can expect an educational and exciting experience. Dates & Location When : June-September 2018 (Specific dates negotiable) Where : Minneapolis, MN (330 2 nd Ave S- Suite 420, Minneapolis, MN 55401.) Time commitment : 10-15 hours per week. Compensation: Unpaid. Qualifications: Interest in politics, policy and the environment. Interest in learning about or knowledge of community organizing Ability to be a self starter and work independently or as part of a team. Organized Strong writing and oral communication skills. Ability to work with diverse peoples and groups. Eager to learn Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund value a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. How to Apply: To apply send a resume and cover letter by e-mail with the subject line Program Intern to Deanna White at dwhite(at)cleanwater(dot)org Application process will remain open until the position(s) is filled. Date Posted: Monday, April 30, 2018 Share:

Clean Water Action is New Jersey's largest non-profit environmental organization. With over 150,000 individual members here in NJ, we are at the forefront of grassroots efforts to protect our state’s environment and public health. Clean Water Action works locally to sustain and improve environmental standards, preserve our invaluable natural resources and promote democratic processes in which the voice of the citizens determines the policy that affects our communities and quality of life.