Internships

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers across the state who will work closely with their regional coordinators or with a specific electoral campaign. (See map on right for your region.)

Your work will be varied. It may include founding a formal Young Greens chapter on your college campus, organizing for your county local, and/or working on an electoral campaign.

Academic credit is not guaranteed, but we will work with your institution to provide it if possible.

Internships have a minimum time-commitment of 3 hours a week for 15 weeks, or the equivalent. For-credit internships may require more hours.

Positions will be filled on a rolling basis per region.

APPLICATION PROCESS: please submit an email to contact@greenwaveofpa.org outlining how you meet the qualifications listed below. Provide a letter of reference from a faculty member at your college or university. Letters of reference can be attached in PDF form or the faculty member can email us directly.

Qualifications:

• • Aligned with the 4 pillars & 10 key values of the Green Party

  • Currently enrolled in college in PA

  • Eager to learn about & assist with the strategy & tactics of building a political party & running electoral campaigns

  • Able to work both collaboratively & independently on a variety of projects

  • Strong written & verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrated interest (e.g. coursework, prior experience) in community/political organizing a plus

  • Experience with Excel & databases helpful but not required

What You'll Gain:

• • Exposure to a variety of organizing tools such as the Google suite of online applications, Nationbuilder CRM/CMS, & campaign database software

  • Familiarity with the electoral process

  • Hands-on experience along with a volunteer resume credit

  • Connection with like-minded individuals

  • The chance to put your values into practice & contribute to creating a meaningful political alternative

  • Formal letter of reference following satisfactory completion of your internship