Class Action
Mission:
Class Action is a small but inspiring national non-profit that raises awareness of the harm caused by classism (prejudice based on social class). We put out a vision of a world without classism, where everyone is treated with respect and everyone has enough. Our program work includes popular education workshops, publications, and a website (www.classism.org) with a blog (Classism Exposed).
Internship description:
- Web / social media / blog intern: promote Class Action's message by finding and creating content on classism, soliciting blog posts and comments, tweeting, posting and soliciting cross-links, search engine optimization; improving and expanding website;
- Administrative and Development intern: gain marketable fundraising skills while helping with database, filling literature orders, keeping the books and assisting development staff;
- Organizer of First-Generation College Student support groups and new campaign against legacy admissions: Network with college students about possible fall activities on their own campuses.
- Design and Layout intern: design publications, flyers and web pages; organize and label photos of Class Action's work.
- Marketing intern: Network to find high school teachers interested in our new "Created Equal" curriculum, libraries who want Class Action publications, and organizations that might want Class Action workshops.
Internship skills needed:
Required for all internships:
- Good persuasive communication skills;
- Detail-oriented and reliable;
- Ability to work independently and coordinate own project;
- Passion for economic and social justice (please describe in cover letter how your values align with Class Action's mission).
- In addition, to apply for each internship, please describe relevant competencies and experience with related software.
Languages required:
Basic English - great if you know Spanish!
Location:
How to find us:
In our headquarters office, in the lively Brewery Complex in Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA. Three blocks from the Stony Brook subway stop. Free parking.
Work hours:
Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00pm
Dress code:
Very Casual
Category:
Internships:
| 2012 | Veronica Quiles |
| 2012 | Anna Shaddae Rodriguez |
| 2010 | Megan Couture Megan_Couture_Final_Report.pdf |
| 2009 | Ellen Dai Dai_Final_Report.pdf |
| 2008 | Elissa Lopes Lopes_Final_Report.pdf |