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American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) National Youth & Militarism Program is offering the Bristol Fellowship at its national office in Philadelphia, PA. The fellowship is a full-time (9-12-month) advanced internship. The fellow assists the staff of the AFSC National Youth and Militarism Program in several areas: responding to inquiries from the public on program issues; doing outreach to public education advocates (school staff, parents, students, and concerned community members); producing new print and web-based resources; and conducting research on program issues. The fellow will also provide support to special projects as needed. He/she will receive training in organizing skills and on program issues. The AFSC National Youth and Militarism Program addresses the impact of the military and war on young people's lives. The program conducts public education and outreach campaigns, training and workshops, does media outreach work, and supports grassroots educational and organizing efforts with the aim of: (1) reducing the influence of the military in the nation's schools and other youth-serving institutions and (2) promoting non-military school-based programs that develop leadership skills and enhance the quality of education received by young people in the nation's public schools; and (3) strengthening youth involvement in peace and justice work. Required are good written and verbal skills; knowledge of and/or strong interest in public education and peace issues; strong computer skills, including proficiency with word processing and electronic communication using the Internet; and an ability to work with diverse audiences (race, gender and sexual orientation). It pays a stipend of $1500/month plus excellent benefits, including a medical plan. Any person interested in applying should send a letter of interest and résumé to
Harold Jordan, AFSC National Youth and Militarism Program
1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102-1479
phone: 215-241-7176
fax: 215-241-7177
e-mail: youthmil@afsc.org

The American Friends Service Committee’s Pasadena Office is offering an internship. Under the guidance and supervision of the Regional Director, the intern receives conflict resolution training and develops leadership skills while working toward social change and assisting in the coordination of youth work; also acts as a conduit for information among area and regional youth programs, helping to create continuity and a comprehensive youth perspective. The internship requires a commitment to social justice and non-violent approaches to social change and conflict resolution; ability to work with others holding diverse points of view and to facilitate decision-making following the Quaker process for coming to unity; ability to reach out to and work with a diverse population of youth in regards to race, religion, sexual orientation or disability; excellent communication skills; ability to perform clerical work and to use Microsoft Word; dependability and flexibility a must. Some experience and peace and justice education advocacy and community organizing helpful. Part-time, flexible work schedule available (812 hours over period of 10-12 months - generally 21 hours per week; some evening and weekend meetings required) at $7.15/hr plus medical benefits. Internship begins approximately November 1, 2001. Letters of interest and résumés by Monday, September 17, 2001, to
Lynn Brusseau, AFSC-PSWRO,
980 North Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103
fax: 626 791 2205
e-mail: lbrusseau@afsc.org

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee accepts interns in Washington DC each semester and also for the summer in its ADC Research Institute Internship Program. The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee is an Arab American civil rights organization founded to defend the rights of Americans of Arab descent against discrimination, stereotyping, and hate crimes, to promote Arab cultural heritage, and to serve as a voice for the Arab American community on issues of foreign and domestic policy. Internships are geared toward leadership development and practical training. They have small stipends. Contact
Marvin Wingfield, American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee
4201 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 300; Washington, DC 20008
phone: 202-244-2990; fax: 202-244-3196
e-mail: marvinw@adc.org
web: http://www.adc.org/education/internship.html

Amnesty International offers Patrick Stewart Human Rights Scholarships to student activists for summer internships or other short-term human rights projects. Ranging from $300 to $1800, scholarships can be used for travel, materials, or other expenses. To apply, propose a specific project or internship that addresses a human rights issue that you have experience or interest in. You can apply for an independent project or an internship with an organization in the US or abroad. Applications are due March 15 for the following summer
Amnesty International National Field Program
600 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, 5th Floor; Washington, DC 20003
phone: 202-544-0200
e-mail: nfp@aiusa.org
web: http://www.aiusa.org/patrickstewart

AFL-CIO Organizing Institute seeks applicants for its paid field training and job placement program. Applicants must possess a commitment to social and economic justice and to building the labor movement. Initial three day classroom trainings are held several times a month. Those interested must submit an application and résumé at least 8 days before desired training session. For more information, see website: http://www.aflcio.org/orginst
815 16th St, NW, Washington, DC 20006
phone: 202-639-6200; fax: 202-639-6264
e-mail: Organizers@aol.com

The Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF) is seeking undergraduate, graduate and law school Legal Interns to assist with projects dealing with redistricting and Asian political representation and an Asian American voter survey of the East Coast in Fall 2001. Bilingual ability is helpful but not required. These positions are not paid, but academic credit can be arranged. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to
Glenn D. Magpantay, Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF)
151 West 30th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10001
phone: 212-760-9110; fax: 212-760-9108
e-mail: gmagpantay@AALDEF.org
web: http://www.aaldef.org/index.html

The Center for Environmental Citizenship (CEC) is a national non-partisan organization founded by young activists in 1992 to encourage college students to be environmental citizens. CEC is dedicated to educating, training, and organizing a diverse, national network of young leaders to protect the environment. It runs three programs: Campus Green Vote, EarthNet, and the National Environmental Wire for Students (NEWS). They are seeking web interns to develop and maintain CEC’s website, including web design projects, programming, editing and posting of content, and website promotion. They are looking for candidates with experience but are willing to train. The position pays $5.15 per hour, 10-20 hours per week. To apply, send cover letter and résumé to
Amy Lesser, EarthNet Director
Attn: Web Intern Position
CEC
1611 Connecticut Avenue NW, #3B, Washington, DC 20009
fax: 202-234-5997
e-mail: amy@envirocitizen.org
web: http://www.envirocitizen.org

The Center for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is seeking a Communications and Media Intern to help coordinate CPA’s press and general communications outreach activities. Working with the Communications department, the intern will also help implement media campaigns that generate
visibility for progressive policy solutions. CPA’s issue areas of specific focus in 2001 include fair pricing for prescription drugs, equal pay, family leave, economic development, mental health, and reproductive health, among other issues. The internship encompasses a combination of information collection, writing, media tracking responsibilities and general program support. A commitment of at least 30 hours a week is preferred and the length of the internship can be determined by the student and CPA. This position is unpaid. Please check with your school to see if you can apply for a grant/stipend or if school credit can be earned for your internship. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter by September 15, 2001 to
Liz Cattaneo, CPA
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 710, Washington, DC 20009
phone: 202-387-6030
fax: 202-986-2539
e-mail: lcattaneo@cfpa.org
web: www.stateaction.org

Civil Rights Summer is a fellowship for emerging social justice leaders. It is open to rising college sophomores or juniors who want to understand, live, and shape the social justice movement. The fellowship is a leadership development program designed to place contemporary and future social justice struggles within a national and historical context. It begins June 8, 2001 at Harvard University with a week of academic study and Training Programs. The group travels to Washington DC for 7 weeks to continue their studies while interning in policy-shaping national organizations. Participants learn about advocacy, grassroots organizing, legislation, organizing skills, and other skills. CRS provides housing, transportation, a weekly stipend, and a $1500 scholarship. Applications are available online.
1629 K Street NW, Suite 1010, Washington DC 20006
phone: 202-466-6058; fax: 202-466-3435
e-mail: summer@civilrights.org
web: http://www.civilrights.org/

Friends of the Earth offers internships for 2-9 months. Applications for the Spring are due by April 15, 2001 for the Fall, by July 15, 2001. Please submit resume, short writing sample and letter of interest to:
David Waskow
Friends of the Earth
1025 Vermont Ave. NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005
phone: 202-783-7400 ext.108 o ext. 111
fax: 202-783-0444
e-mail: dwaskow@foe.org
web: www.foe.org

ECPAT-USA (End Child Prostitution, Child Pornography and Trafficking of Children for Sexual Purposes) is looking for interns. One of their initiatives focuses on ending military involvement with prostitution, and they will be part of the Second World Congress Against Commercial Sexual Exploitation in Japan in December 2001. Contact
Mia Spangenberg, ECPAT-USA
475 Riverside Drive, Room 830, New York, NY 10115
phone: 212-870-2427; fax: 212-870-2512
e-mail: ms_nasta@hotmail.com
web: http://www.ecpatusa.org

Global Youth Connect has unpaid internships for young people interested in human rights & social justice issues affecting NYC and other areas of the world. Global Youth Connect is a global organization, led by and for young people, which supports and encourages youth activism for human rights and social transformation. Our mission is to build and support a community of front-line activists from around the world, and to inspire a new generation of young people to work for human rights and social transformation. Send résumé.
Jennifer Kloes, Global Youth Connect
83 MacDougal, #26, New York, NY 10012
phone: 212-533-5087; fax: 520-395-2090
e-mail: jennifer@globalyouthconnect.org
web: www.globalyouthconnect.org

Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training (GIFT). Opportunity for people of color interested in working for social justice. GIFT interns spend six months in a hands-on internship. For more information, contact
Mike Roque, GIFT
3035 Vallejo St., #4, Denver, CO 80211
e-mail: giftdenver@uswest.net

HarlemLive, the award winning, internationally recognized e-zine written, created, presented, and represented by NYC students, seeks new members interested in reporting, writing, web design, video production, cartoon drawing, etc. HarlemLive broadens youth's view of the world using technology and journalism while fostering understanding through diversity. Our core purpose is to empower youth of color to be productive, creative, and thoughtful leaders who will be responsible caretakers of our future. For more information, contact:
1330 5th Ave., NY, NY 10026
phone: 212-369-6275; fax: 212-369-7046
e-mail: harlemlive@aol.com
web: http://www.harlemlive.org

Idealist is an on-line resource for nonprofit and community organizations and they people they serve. It maintains lists of jobs, internships, volunteer opportunities, etc. for thousands of groups all over the world.
web: http://www.idealist.org

The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP), a New York-based international environmental organization, seeks part-time interns to work in its midtown office. Duties include publications and press work, research, membership management, and various administrative tasks. Applicants should possess an interest in transportation, developing countries, and urban issues. ITDP co-chairs the United Nations NGO transportation caucus, and works worldwide to promote environmentally sustainable and socially equitable transportation policies and projects. Submit your cover letter and resume by September 15, 2001 to
Paul White
115 W. 30th Street Suite 1205, New York, NY 100001
phone: 212-629-8001
e-mail: mobility@igc.org

The International Organization for Adolescents (IOFA) seeks interns to work on local & international projects. For high school, college, & graduate students. IOFA is committed to advancing the health and well-being of adolescents throughout the world. By entering into partnerships with individuals, groups and community-based organizations, IOFA strives to improve the lives of adolescents through programming, advocacy and progressive social/organizational change at the local, regional and international levels. Depending on the project & the time commitment, stipends may be available. contact:
Alison Boak
115 Willow St., Ste. 1G, Brooklyn, NY 11201
phone: 718-222-5802; fax: 718-222-5803
e-mail: iofa@iofa.org
web: www.iofa.org

Legacy awards $500 and $1000 scholarships to outstanding lesbian undergraduate and graduate full-time students. To qualify, applicants must: be full-time students at an accredited college or university in the United States; have a grade point average of 3.0 or better; demonstrate a commitment or contribution to the lesbian community; demonstrate financial need; and follow the guidelines below. Consideration will include academic performance; honors; personal/ financial hardship; and, especially, service to the lesbian/gay/ bisexual/transgender community. Applicants must submit applications, a school transcript, two letters of recommendation, and a written personal statement (1000 words or less) that offers insights into her achievements and goals, and why she deserves a scholarship. The application deadline is May 1st of each year.
An Uncommon Legacy Foundation, Inc.
150 West 26th Street, Suite 602, New York, NY 10001
phone: 212-366-6507; fax: 212-366-4425
e-mail: uncmlegacy@aol.com
web: http://www.uncommonlegacy.org

LISTEN (Local Initiative Support Training and Education) is seeking candidates for the Third Annual George Adams, Jr. Awards for youth & young adult community leaders working to change their community and/or to engage urban youth in addressing the social problems around them. The award encompasses a cash prize and plaque, an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, DC to attend the awards ceremony and LISTEN's 3-day Stakeholder Meeting. Applications are due by October 1, 2001. For more information, contact
LISTEN, Inc.
1436 U Street, NW, Suite 201, Washington, D.C. 20009
phone: 202-483-4494 ext. 20
fax: 202-483-1390
e-mail: ftrompeter@lisn.org
web: www.lisn.org/awards

LYRIC, a nonprofit youth community center providing educational, recreational, and peer leadership development activities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth, is looking for interns. LYRIC’s events are peer-based, so most internship positions are for LGBTQQ youth 23 and younger. Internships are available in the following areas: peer health educators (6 month positions, $100 per month stipend—call extension 13), tutoring/job training peer support (contact Sarah at extension 20 or Sarah@lyric.org), Youth Talkline listener (6 month commitment, 3 hours per week—contact Holly at extension 23 or Holly@lyric.org), Youth Talkline internship (contact Holly at extension 23 or Holly@lyric.org). To apply, please submit a cover letter and résumé, specifying which position you are applying for.
LYRIC – Internship
127 Collingwood Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
phone: 415-703-6150; fax: 415-703-6153
e-mail: lyric@lyric.org
web: http://www.lyric.org

Mexico Solidarity Network offers internships in their Chicago and Washington DC offices. Internships are available most of the year and for almost any period of time (except summer), though two or more months are preferable. Depending on the qualifications of the applicant, the internship may include one of the following: a small travel stipend (up to $50 per week) or housing or a trip to Mexico. Work hours are 9 to 5, Monday through Friday. Applicants are welcome from Mexico, Canada, and the US. Interns must be 18 years old. There is no deadline for the application. For more information
phone: 773-583-7728 or
e-mail: msn@mexicosolidarity.org
web: http://www.mexicosolidarity.org

National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, founded in 1973 to eliminate prejudice, violence, and injustice against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people at the local, state and national level offers several internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students. Most are located in their Washington, DC office, but a limited number of openings may be available in Cambridge, MA or New York, NY. Internships are available in the areas of field and political organizing; legislation and legal research; media and public relations; fundraising, information systems, internet and WWW; accounting and finance; and conference and events logistics and management. Those who commit 24 to 40 works a week may receive a small stipend and some students may earn academic credit. Applicants must be enrolled at least part time in school or have graduated within the past 12 months. For more detailed information about these opportunities, go to http://www.ngltf.org/about/intern.htm or contact the organization.
1700 Kalorama Road, NW, Washington, DC 20009-2624
phone: 202-332-6483

The National Association of Child Advocates is offering Fall 2001 internships in the following areas: policy and advocacy, communications, fund development, organizational development, and web development. Applicants must possess excellent research and analytical skill, be web-savvy and familiar with WordPerfect. Positions may be used for academic credit and can either be full-time or part-time. Some stipends may be available, depending on funding. To apply, send a resume, cover letter and 3-4 page writing sample to:
Internship Coordinator, NACA;
1522 K Street NW, Suite 600; Washington, DC 20005
fax: 202-289-0776
e-mail: naca@childadvocacy.org
web: www.childadvocacy.org

The National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness is looking for several interns: a public policy intern and an Internet intern. NSCAHH provides opportunities to gain valuable experience, such as learning to organize a project, to develop a publicity campaign, or to produce effective educational materials. Interns must take initiative, possess strong communication skills, be concerned about the issues, and be organized. Internships are not paid. They are also available during the school year (you may be able to receive school credit). To apply, send or e-mail a cover letter describing related experience and expectations as well as a résumé to
Jennifer Hecker
National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness
3435 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 380, Los Angeles, CA 90010
phone: 213-251-3690 or 800-NO HUNGR; fax: 213-251-3699
e-mail: nscah@aol.com
web: http://www.nscahh.org

Peace Action, the nation’s largest grassroots peace and justice organization, and Peace Action Education Fund, which conducts non-lobbying programs, sponsor two interns each semester and during summer to help with both organizations. The internships including work on abolishing nuclear weapons, halting international weapons trafficking, and redirecting Pentagon pork to community investment. Interns gain experience in organizing, research, writing, desktop publishing, web design, and networking. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and résumé.
Jim Bridgman, Intern Coordinator, Peace Action Education Fund
1819 H St., NW #425, Washington, DC 20006
phone: 202-862-9740 x3041
fax: 202-862-9762
e-mail: jbridgman@peace-action.org
web: http://www.peace-action.org

POZ, the nation's leading AIDS magazine, which covers health news and the politics, culture, and science of HIV, is offering part-time paid internships for the spring, summer and fall. People of color and people with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply. Flexible hours and a wide range of responsibilities. Interested? Send a résumé, short writing sample, and a cover letter explaining your interest to
Jeff Hoover, POZ Magazine
349 West 12th Street, New York, NY 10014
fax: 212-675-8505

The Quaker Information Center compiles a wealth of information about domestic and international volunteer and service opportunities, including workcamps, internships, other experiences, and some jobs. The site is divided into 16 categories, including Quaker and non-Quaker positions, that range from short to long-term opportunities.
web: http://www.afsc.org/qic/oportnty.htm

Student Conservation Association (SCA), the country's largest and oldest provider of national and community conservation service opportunities, outdoor education and career training for youth, has a multitude of volunteer, internship and employment opportunities available year round. The Conservation Career Development Program (CCDP) is open to students, at least 16 years of age and who live primarily in urban areas. High school students receive career counseling, skill development, and mentoring as they do work to improve historical, cultural and natural resources in Seattle, WA; Oakland, CA; Washington, DC; Newark, NJ; and New York, NY. CCDP internships available to college students include: the Fellowship program, Diversity Intern Program, Cultural Resources Diversity Internship Program, The Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program, and the National Park Service Seasonal Referrals. These placements offer a living allowance, expenses paid orientation and Training Programs, and training and mentoring at host site. SCA Conservation Internships provide a living allowance, educational award, and possible academic credit. Participants must be at least 18 years old and serve for 12 weeks or 12 months. Areas available include: archeology, recreation management, interpretation, river patrol and management, wildlife biology, backcountry and wilderness management, environmental education, forestry visitor services, geology, horseback patrol, trail construction, and cave management.
Student Conservation Association
P.O. Box 550, Charlestown, NH 03603
phone: 603-543-1700; fax: 603-543-1828
web: http://www.sca-inc.org/vol/ccdp/ccdp.htm

The Third Wave Foundation offers grants and scholarships for young women ages 15-30. Grants ($100-$5000) are for people doing grassroots organizing and advocacy; past projects supported include zines, films, community arts projects, and a welfare rights campaign. Scholarships ($1000-$5000) are for college or graduate school. Deadlines are April 1st and October 1st. Applications are available online.
Third Wave Foundation
116 East 16th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10003
phone: 212-388-1898; fax: 212-982-3321
e-mail: ThirdWaveF@aol.com
web: http://www.thirdwavefoundation.org

The UDC David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC-DCSL) seeks activist-oriented interns on an ongoing basis to assist with a variety of tasks including outreach to progressive activists, public relations, development, special events and student services. The Interns work closely with an experienced staff of organizers and activist attorneys to publicize, support and to further develop an exciting alternative model for legal education -- one that REQUIRES all students to do extensive work for poor people and the public interest. Our primary goal for this Internship is to gain assistance in our effort to "saturate" the progressive movement (civil rights, social justice, feminist, environmental, etc.) with the consciousness that a true alternative, public-interest, diverse, clinical, accredited law school exists in the nation's capital. To this end, interns will conduct internet research, write letters, forge links for the School of Law, and collect information on progressive organizations and their events, with an emphasis on events taking place in the Washington, DC area. The stipend is $500/month. We will also try to find free housing through our DC-area alumni, students and staff, but cannot promise this. Deadline for Spring 2002 is October 1, 2001. Deadline for Summer 2002 is March 1, 2002. If you miss these deadlines, you are encouraged to apply, though available funding may have been used up. For more information, contact
Joe Libertelli
4200 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008
phone: 202-274-7338
fax: 202-274-5583
e-mail: JLibertelli@law.udc.edu

The War Resisters League has internships available in the fall, spring and summer through the Freeman Internship Program. Interns can work in the following areas: YouthPeace (a War Resisters League campaign for peace, justice and an end to the militarization of youth), disarmament, nonviolence education and training, war tax resistance, fundraising/special events, magazine writing and production, literature sales, production, and promotion. Qualifications include a strong interest in nonviolence and pacifism, a willingness to work in collective staff environment and creativity and energy. Computer skills are also helpful. The Freeman internship provides a stipend for one intern each semester period (you do not have to be a student to apply). Arrangements for room and board are possible for those who could not participate otherwise. Sessions are approximately 12-13 weeks.
Deadlines: for fall/winter, September 15; for winter/spring, November 15; for summer, April 30. Contact:
Ruth Benn, War Resisters League
339 Layfayette Street, New York, NY 10012
phone: 212-228-0450; fax: 212-228-6193
web: http://www.warresisters.org

The Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) offers many different internships, on a variety of timelines and projects/issues. Internships are available in Philadelphia, Washington, DC, New York, and Geneva, Switzerland. Some areas of work are development, communications, publications, US legislation, UN, disarmament, and human rights. Please see the WILPF website for more specific details, application procedures, and deadlines.
web: http://www.wilpf.org/intern/intern.htm

The Worker Rights Consortium (WRC) is looking for highly motivated interns committed to social justice and international worker rights to assist the WRC in office and program work. All internships will be based in the WRC office in Washington D.C. The WRC is a non-profit organization created by college and university students, administrators and independent labor rights experts. The WRC’s purpose is to assist in the enforcement of manufacturing Codes of Conduct adopted by colleges and universities; these codes are designed to ensure that factories producing college logo goods respect the basic rights of workers. Internships will be both full time and possibly part time. Interns must work a minimum of 15 hours a week. The WRC will work with colleges and universities to provide academic credit for internships. Language, and translation skills, particularly in Spanish/ English translation are preferable. There is no deadline. To apply, please email or fax detailed letter of interest and/or resume as soon as possible to
Erin McGrath, Internships Director, Worker Rights Consortium
5 Thomas Circle NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20005
phone: 202-387-4884
fax: (202) 387-3292
e-mail: wrc@workersrights.org
web: www.workersrights.org

YMCA International seeks two paid interns assist the program director in developing a new cultural literacy camp activity guide with a focus on Korea & Mexico. The internship is based in New York City. Interns work 15-20 hours per week; hours are flexible.
Christina DeFreitas
phone: 212-727-8800 ext. 133
e-mail: cdefreitas@ymcanyc.org