|
Class Action is located in Hadley, MA
2008 Internship/Work-Study
Class Action is a national non-profit whose mission is to inspire action to end classism. We raise awareness, facilitate cross-class dialogue, support cross-class alliances, and work with others to promote economic justice.
Internet Networking Internship
30-40 hours a week in J-term & Summer
Minimum 8-10 hours a week Spring and Fall Semesters
Join in helping to promote Class Action’s work to a wider audience. Experience the nuts and bolts of a nonprofit while learning valuable skills that can be applied anywhere.
This internship will have include the following elements:
Promote Class Action on the Internet
- Utilize Facebook, myspace, and other social networking sites on the Web
- Update Class Action's profiles regularly
- Promote Class Action's programs online
- Network with other nonprofits and organizations
Skills: Ability to
- work independently
- follow instructions and ask for clarity when needed
- conduct web-based research & word processing
- report accurately on all projects
- communicate needs
- attend to details
- write up research
- talk comfortably with allied organizations and media
Knowledge and interest in class, classism, and the Internet is essential. Knowledge with Mac platform and advanced computer, desk-top publishing, and data-base skills would be a real plus.
Limited stipends available: Class Action is committed to having an economically diverse staff. If you have the means to refuse the stipend in order for someone else to receive it, please let us know. If you have a work-study stipend you may be able to use it at Class Action. Credit might also be arranged.
To apply for this internship, please contact Sarah Reid at Class Action, 413-585-9709, ext. 201. Fill out the volunteer form and send us your cover letter, form and resume.
P.O. Box 350, Hadley, MA 01035 ATTN: Sarah Reid
Class Action is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a multicultural staff.
|