Programs Intern – Summer 2024

Become a Programs Intern at Latinas Represent and play a pivotal role in empowering Latinas to seek out public service opportunities. In this position, you’ll support the planning, coordinating, and executing our programs, events, and workshops to foster leadership skills and promote community engagement.

Job Title: Program Intern – Summer 2024
Employer: Moore Impact
Project Title: Latinas Represent
Location: Remote

About Latinas Represent

Latinas Represent is the only national, non-partisan organization working to increase the number and diversity of Latinas in the public service pipeline, from voters to elected officials, to transform our communities and create a more reflective democracy. Our work involves a four-pillar approach centered around storytelling, research, training, and support to prop up Latina leaders and create an ecosystem more receptive to supporting Latina public service leaders. Latinas Represent is a fiscally sponsored project of Moore Impact, a 501(c)(3) organization.

About the Opportunity

Become a Programs Intern at Latinas Represent and play a pivotal role in empowering Latinas to seek out public service opportunities. In this position, you’ll support the planning, coordinating, and executing our programs, events, and workshops to foster leadership skills and promote community engagement. You’ll have the chance to engage directly with program participants, provide logistical support, and contribute to outreach efforts to recruit new participants. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program management, event coordination, and community outreach while making a meaningful impact in advancing the representation of Latinas in public service.

Key Responsibilities

The Programs Intern will report directly to its Executive Director and be responsible for:

  1. Program Support: Assist in the planning, coordinating, and executing Latinas Represent’s programs, events, and workshops aimed at training and supporting Latina public service leaders.
  2. Participant Engagement: Communicate with program participants to provide logistical support, gather feedback, and ensure a positive experience throughout their engagement with Latinas Represent.
  3. Research and Resource Development: Conduct research on relevant topics, resources, and best practices to enhance the effectiveness and impact of our programs. Assist in developing program materials, including presentations, handouts, and training modules.
  4. Fundraising Assistance: Support fundraising efforts by researching potential donors, sponsors, and grant opportunities. Prepare donor outreach materials. 
  5. Data Management: Help maintain accurate records of program attendance, participant demographics, donor interactions, and fundraising activities. Assist in data entry, analysis, and reporting to track progress and measure impact.
  6. Outreach and Promotion: Support outreach efforts to recruit participants for upcoming programs and events. Assist in developing promotional materials, social media posts, and email campaigns to raise awareness and generate interest in Latinas Represent’s programs and fundraising initiatives.
  7. Collaboration: Work closely with the Executive Director and other team members to ensure seamless coordination and communication across programs and fundraising activities. Collaborate with external partners, volunteers, and stakeholders as needed.
  8. Event Logistics: Assist in logistical planning and coordination for program-related events, including webinar setup, creation of written materials, organization of speaker information, and other logistics as needed. Provide live support during events to ensure smooth execution.
  9. Additional Support: Provide ad hoc support to other team members as needed, ensuring smooth operations and collaborative success across all initiatives.
Qualifications 

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g., Women’s Studies, Political Science, Nonprofit Management).
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Zoom. 
Demonstrated commitment to racial, reproductive, environmental, and gender justice;
An affinity for working with a culturally and politically diverse community;
Passion for advancing the representation and leadership of Latinas in politics and civic engagement.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
We understand some candidates might not check all of these boxes or may possess important skills we haven’t thought of. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.

Moore Impact anticipates the Program Intern will work 10-20 hours per week at an hourly rate of $16.00.

Highlights:

● Hands-on experience in communications within a non-profit organization focused on empowering Latina women.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
Flexible schedule and remote work arrangement.

Moore Impact’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We employ qualified people without regard to race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; ancestry; disability; sexual orientation; pregnancy or breastfeeding; veteran or military status; marital status; civil union or domestic partnership status; arrest record; citizenship; genetic information; gender identity or expression; status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking; or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.