Please see the following website for application link: http://www.washingtonbus.org/2019/01/16/2019-hea-internship-application/#new_tab

The Washington Bus engages young people all across the state, empowers them through training, support, and hands-on work, and uses the power of our generation to drive policy and political wins. The Washington Bus is currently accepting applications for our Spring Advocacy Internship to shape higher education policy in our state. We seek an individual that is interested in politics, committed to social justice, and excited about engaging with young people across Washington State.

Past interns have lobbied legislators for increased, equitable access to voting systems, organized door-belling efforts across the state, registered thousands of people to vote, and engaged young (and old) Washingtonians about issues crucial to young people such as marriage equality, increased funding for public transit, and mandatory criminal background checks on gun purchases.

We believe that every person in King County deserves access to an education that helps them thrive in our community. Through grassroots political pressure from our volunteers, staff and coalition allies, the Washington Bus wants to motivate King County council to prioritize accessible community college.

Time Commitment: Internships are paid, part-time positions. This is a 15-week program, and the intern selected should expect to work up to 20 hours per week. Interns receive a stipend of $2,500.

Timeframe: 15 weeks determined by the Advocacy Intern between January and June 2019.

Internship Responsibilities:
Assist with planning and implementing small and large scale advocacy events such as candidate forums and lobbying trips with Bus staff and volunteers.
In coordination with the Field and Advocacy Manager and the Community Engagement Coordinator strategize and carry out field campaign activities, such as organizing high school and college students, canvassing, phone banking, and other activities to build support around the campaign.
Help program staff with volunteer recruitment, retention, and training.
Assist with voter registration efforts and civic education with the intent to increase young voter turnout.
Other duties as assigned.

Internship Qualifications:
Creative problem solver and solutions oriented.
Independent work style & proactive communication skills.
Able to meet deadlines, come to work on time, and reliably show up to meetings.
Have a positive attitude and the ability to celebrate successes.
High level of follow through on your work.

Application Process: Applications are received on a rolling basis and will be reviewed as they are received. If you have any questions please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Bridget Williams at bridget@washingtonbus.org or by telephone at (206) 325-1889.