Economic Justice Advocacy Intern

National Partnership for Women & Families

Economic Justice Advocacy Intern at National Partnership for Women & Families focused on advocacy and policy research. Engaging in legislative issues like paid leave and fair pay while building skills in a collaborative environment.

Posted 6/30/2026internshipWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $18 - $18 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Track relevant issues such as paid family and medical leave, paid sick days, fair pay, pregnancy discrimination and sexual harassment
Conduct research on topics related to work
Contribute to fact sheets and policy products, including fact checking and proofreading
Attend briefings, hearings and events around DC and virtually
Contribute to team meetings and events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong writing, communication, and computer skills
Research experience in an academic or professional setting
Highly organized and attentive to detail
Commitment to gender and equity, economic justice, and the Partnership’s mission
Understanding of poverty and racial justice intersection with key issues
Must be at least a senior in college as of Fall 2026

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to a computer when working in the office
Use of personal computer when working remotely
Flexible schedule for academic commitments

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Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedAttentive to Detail