About the role#
CAIR-LA is a civil rights advocacy non-profit. We rely on interns to help us protect and uphold Constitutional rights. This program combines academic work with practical experience. You will gain professional development while addressing community needs. Interns receive basic training across our operations and are assigned a focus project in a specific department.
What you'll do#
- Assist with youth programming focused on identity, civil rights, and civic engagement.
- Lead infrastructure building, data collection, and research for grants.
- Support attorneys and staff with legal assistance for clients.
- Manage daily operations including staff meetings, office organization, and greeting guests.
- Conduct community organizing and coalition building to challenge Islamophobia.
- Document cases and research to support civil rights resolutions.
- Research donor growth and stewardship methods.
- Learn about the legislative process and the intersection of public policy with grassroots advocacy.
- Organize events and handle inquiries from guests and members.
- Manage media requests, track local media coverage, and publish op-eds or press releases.
- Maintain the CAIR-CA website and create graphic designs for advertisements and printed materials.
What you'll need#
- Status as a third-year or higher university student pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree.
- Genuine interest in and familiarity with the work of CAIR-LA.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet research.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Professional and diplomatic demeanor.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Anaheim, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About CAIR-CA
CAIR-CA operates as a chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. Founded in 1994, the organization focuses on civil liberties and advocacy for American Muslims. It maintains headquarters in Anaheim, California. The staff consists of 107 employees who work to protect rights and encourage dialogue.
How to get in at CAIR-CA
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