Job Opening: Policy Intern

Deadline to apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Position Description

NC Child is seeking a graduate student to work as a policy generalist intern directly with NC Child’s Policy Team. The portfolio of this work will be concentrated on legislative and administrative affairs for Early Childhood Education and Child Health & Wellbeing for all NC children. The Policy Intern will analyze and create legislative power maps and support specific policy analysis on NC Child’s priorities and other policy content areas as needed.   

The graduate student will have an opportunity to build and strengthen professional skills in writing, research, analysis, organization, and interpersonal communications. The student will conduct research and analysis to develop power maps, fact sheets, issue briefs, campaign materials, and other educational resources specific to policy. 

Responsibilities

  • Support policy brief and fact sheet development as needed. 
  • Support policy strategy research. 
  • Evaluate and synthesize administrative policies and legislative proposals that affect families and federal and state budgets. 
  • Other necessary project-specific tasks as they arise.  

Qualifications and Skills:

Candidates should demonstrate the following required skills and /or traits:

  • Currently pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, Education Policy or a related field.   
  • Ability to present complex ideas clearly and simply to a wide range of audiences. 
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. 
  • Demonstrated attention to detail. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively or individually when necessary. 
  • Demonstrated time management and project management skills.   
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite Products.  
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

Position Requirements

The Policy Intern is envisioned as a hybrid position. The ideal candidates would be able to come into the office in Raleigh for a few hours per week.

NC Child requires staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

About NC Child

NC Child builds a strong North Carolina by advocating for policies that improve the lives of all North Carolina children. NC Child is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Raleigh, NC. NC Child is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position. 

Position Type: Internship, Fall Semester (September-December, approx. 166 hours)
Compensation: The stipend for this position is $15.00 per hour.
Reports to: ECE Policy Analyst or Health Policy Manager

How to Apply

  1. After reviewing the full job description, please complete the application form by clicking the “Apply Now” button below.
  2. You will need to upload your Cover Letter, Resume, one page state level policy brief or similar writing sample on any of NC Child’s Priority Areas, and two professional references.
  3. Your Cover Letter and Resume should be no more than two pages each.
  4. The Cover Letter, Resume and List of References should be uploaded as .doc, .docx, or .pdf files. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Deadline to Apply: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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