About the role#
Children’s Funding Project is seeking an intern to support our work on voter-approved children’s funds. You will work with our team to help plan the biennial Children’s Funding Institute, a three-day training event for community leaders. This role offers a chance to learn about public financing policy and connect with a national network of advocates, policymakers, and organizers. This is a paid, remote position for approximately 6 months, averaging 15-20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Support internal meeting agendas, scheduling, and note-taking.
- Assist with communications for faculty, attendees, guests, and vendors.
- Manage registration, virtual event components, and the event app.
- Prepare printed materials, signage, and event supplies.
- Travel to New Orleans from June 21-25, 2027, to provide on-site event support.
- Collaborate with the VP of Strategy & Advocacy to research a specific policy area.
- Present your findings during a session at the Children’s Funding Institute.
- Contribute to additional projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Status as a current undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate.
- Coursework in fields like public policy, education, or political science.
- Early career experience in areas such as child policy, community organizing, or campaign coordination.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
- A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- This position is fully remote within the contiguous United States.
- Compensation is $20 per hour.
- Travel and lodging for the June 2027 event in New Orleans are covered by the company.
About Children's Funding Project
Children's Funding Project is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. Founded in 2018, the group works with communities, states, and Native nations to improve public financing for children and youth. The team of 43 employees provides technical assistance and resources to help policymakers and funders align existing revenue. They focus on strategies that maximize the impact of funds for young people.
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