MA Democratic Party Internship & Scholarship Opportunity

Hello,
I would like to inform our Scholarship and Internship opportunity. Last year we only received one application for the both initiatives and we hope to increase that number significantly this year. Feel free to contact me if you need additional information.

The John F. Scholarship is an awarded every year to one male and one female. The award is $1500 to assist a student towards their higher education financial aid. In a ceremony held at the Massachusetts Democratic State Convention, on Saturday, June 7th, 2008 the awards will be presented. http://massdems.org/internship.cfm..

The Moakley Democratic Internship is awarded every year to one student for an 11-weeks internship during the summer at the State Democratic Party headquarters. The paid internship is $3500 and you will work with a member of the staff to assist the State Party to further its mission and programs. http://massdems.org/internship.cfm..

Thank you for your assistance.

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Gloribell Mota,
Education and Training Director
Massachusetts Democratic Party
56 Roland Street Suite 203
Boston MA, 02129
Tel: 617-776-2676 x225
Fax: 617-776-2579
gmota@massdems.org
www.massdems.org

Grassroots Campaigns Internship and Job

Grassroots Campaigns is launching the largest national field campaigns in 2008 to put a Democrat in the White House. After 8 years of George Bush attacking out civil liberties and the environment we can't afford to let John McCain continue this administrations legacy. We need a president who's willing to take us in a new direction on issues like the War in Iraq, poverty, health care, the environment, and education. We need to make history this year by changing the direction of our country starting with this Election. We'll be in 50 cities around the country this summer running field campaigns for the Democratic National Committee and MoveOn.org. Students who are interested in applying or are looking for more information should contact me directly at:

Jeremy Todd
jtodd@grassrootscampaigns.com
617.429.5992

WEBSITE: http://www.grassrootscampaigns.com

Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. (GCI), a national firm specializing in building grassroots support for progressive causes, political candidates, public interest campaigns, and non-profit fundraising operations, is interviewing potential staff for their campaigns to Take Back the White House. Grassroots Campaigns’ current and past clients include MoveOn.org, the Democratic National Committee, the ACLU, and the League of Conservation Voters. We are hiring for the following position:

2008 Election Field Staff

This is a two part position. Initially, Election Field Staff will work as directors in our fundraising campaign offices to build financial and volunteer support for the Democratic Party’s organizing efforts. Starting in the fall, staff will work with MoveOn.org’s innovative voter identification and get out the vote campaign in all swing states as well as progressive blue state cities to get all voters out to the polls.

Phase 1:

Directors will run our door-to-door fundraising campaigns to build the base of support progressives need to win. By talking with one person at a time about the Democratic Party we will increase the small donor base, engage people in the elections and raise money for the Democratic Party to
elect a Democratic President in ’08. Director’s responsibilities include:

- Recruitment: Build a team of 15-50 canvassers by recruiting from within the local community. Interview prospective staff and make hiring decisions.

- Staff Management: Teach canvassing/fundraising skills. Work with your staff in individual and group settings, with a particular eye towards developing leaders. Cultivate a welcoming and motivating atmosphere.

- Canvassing: Canvass door-to-door at least 3-4 days per week, to work with staff in the field and meet personal fundraising requirements.

Phase 2:

Field Organizers will work in key swing states and progressive cities to recruit, train and manage networks of volunteers. Specifically, field organizers will:

- Recruit volunteers through phone calls, emails, individual interactions and community events.

- Train volunteers in effective get-out-the-vote skills, including door-to-door voter persuasion and mobilization.

- Manage and mobilize volunteers by meeting weekly with lead volunteers to plan upcoming get-out-the-vote canvass and phone banks, and provide ongoing volunteer recruitment and training.

Not a Senior? Grassroots is running one of the largest field operations in HISTORY. We are hiring students for SUMMER JOBS in our offices across the country. You can expect to earn anywhere from $4,800-$8,000 a summer! Learn great communication skills and get to participate in one of the most important campaigns the US has seen in years! Leadership positions are available. NOW HIRING NATIONWIDE call Sarah 1-888-999-8852 to apply. And check out www.bringchange2008.org to find out more information.

Qualifications:

Sound communication and motivational skills, strong desire for political change, and work ethic are essential. We are looking for people who have a strong leadership background, and who are ready to take on a lot of responsibility. Previous field organizing or canvass experience is a plus,
but not a pre-requisite.

Salary/Benefits:

Annual salary begins at $24,000, and increases commensurate with experience. Staff may opt into our health care plan. Student loan assistance repayment program offered.

Locations:

Nationwide, ask recruiter for more details.

To Apply:

Jeremy Todd
jtodd@grassrootscampaigns.com
617.429.5992

WEBSITE: http://www.grassrootscampaigns.com

Intern for The New Republic!

EDITORIAL WEB INTERN, TNR ONLINE

The New Republic Online is looking for college students and recent graduates for its 2008 Web internship program. Internships are unpaid but offer substantial experience in the production of a daily online publication. Responsibilities include:

* Fact-checking and research projects
* Preparation of our daily and weekly e-mail newsletters
* Helping to maintain TNR's blogs and other aspects of the site

In addition, Web interns have an open invitation to pitch magazine or Web articles. Political journalism experience is preferred (but not imperative); some familiarity with HTML is important; and fluency in search techniques like LexisNexis is mandatory.

We have three intern sessions per year: Fall (September through December); spring (January through May); and summer (June through August). A full-time commitment is preferred. Applications for our summer internship are currently being accepted on a rolling basis. Please e-mail a cover letter and résumé to Ben Wasserstein at job@tnr.com

No phone calls and no snail mail please.

Intern with Congressman Ed Markey (D-MA)

CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIP POSITION         
OFFICE OF U.S. CONGRESSMAN EDWARD J. MARKEY                                      CHAIRMAN, SELECT COMMITTEE ON ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND GLOBAL WARMING
CHAIRMAN, SUBCOMMITTEE ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND THE INTERNET

Internship positions are currently available in the Office of Representative Edward Markey for college and graduate students who are committed, hard-working individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in public service and government work. 

Representative Markey, the Dean of the Massachusetts Congressional delegation, is a 16-term Democrat from Malden, Massachusetts first elected in 1976.  Congressman Markey is Chairman of the Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming as well as a senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where he chairs the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.  He is also a senior member of the Natural Resources Committee and the Committee on Homeland Security. 

In the over 30 years he has served in Congress, Representative Markey has been one of the body's most active legislators, championing environmental issues and consumer rights. He has fought to preserve the Artic Wildlife Refuge, to pass the recent Energy bill that will improve fuel efficiency standards for motor vehicles and to protect our planet from global warming. He has been a national leader in telecommunications and internet policy, championing net neutrality, and writing the laws that banned insider trading on Wall Street and that broke up telecommunication monopolies. He has also been one of the foremost opponents of nuclear proliferation and serves as the Co-Chair of the Non-Proliferation Caucus in the Congress. Congressman Markey is a strong advocate of strengthening investments in scientific and medical research, homeland security issues, and protecting consumer privacy.

Qualifications:  Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students who can work independently and possess outstanding writing, research, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment & Credit:  During the summer, full-time internships are available for a minimum period of eight weeks. The deadline for application is April 1.  Throughout the school year, internship opportunities are available on a full-time or part-time basis.  The deadline for fall is August 1; for spring, January 15.  School credit is possible for all internships if arranged through and approved by the respective university or college.

Job Description:  Interns assist the Member and staff in all areas of the office operation.  Responsibilities include: researching legislative initiatives, preparing briefing memos, conducting background studies, drafting replies to correspondence, attending Congressional hearings and briefings; participating in meetings, conferences, and website content development, and assisting with a variety of legislative and press projects.

Interns are assigned to work with senior legislative assistants based on issue interests or expertise.  The office is seeking interns to work on a variety of issues, particularly the Environment, Global Warming, Energy, Health Care, and Homeland Security.  Prospective interns will find detailed information on current office initiatives by visiting Representative Markey's web site: http://markey.house.gov/ and selecting the "Issues" tab and on http://globalwarming.gov.

Location:  Internship positions are available in Congressman Markey's offices in Washington D.C. and in Medford, Mass.

Application Procedure:  To apply, forward a cover letter specifying your issue interest, a resume (with GPA and SAT scores), and a brief writing sample to nancy.morrissey@mail.house.gov.

Internship with Boston City Council President Michael F. Flaherty

Boston City Council President Michael F. Flaherty is currently
accepting resumes from college juniors and seniors who would like to
intern in his office on a part time or full time basis for the next 6
months.

Although the position is unpaid, those interested in perusing a career
in politics would find the experience invaluable and, upon successful
completion, would have the opportunity to receive a written
recommendation to help them gain employment when they graduate.
Duties may include, but not be limited to:

Answering phones,
Compiling press clips,
Greeting visitors,
Legislative Research,

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