Internships

WE ARE NOT TAKING INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS AT THIS TIME, BUT PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON IN FALL 2022 FOR UPDATES!

GreenWave of PA regularly offers student internships. Selected interns will not receive monetary compensation but will gain experience and possibly earn credit.

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