Public Engagement Intern at J Street

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Position Title: Public Engagement Intern

Reports to: Director of Events and Marketing

Location: Washington, DC

Internship duration: January-May

Position:

J Street is seeking an undergraduate or recent graduate to intern in our DC office. For the ideal candidate, the internship can become a summer fellowship, with stipend. This internship is an excellent opportunity to learn about how events and educational programs further J Street’s organizational priorities. In addition to their day-to-day work, interns will have the opportunity to meet with different departments and learn about the organization’s educational, political and policy work. We also encourage interns to participate in J Street U chapters on their campuses.

The Public Engagement Intern will work with the Public Engagement Team. Responsibilities will include assisting in program development for J Street’s National Conference, National Leadership Summit, conducting research, creating educational resources for J Street’s chapters and campus groups around the country.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Applicants should have:

●    Excellent writing and oral communication skills

●    An ability to work independently and stay well organized

Excellent candidates may have:

●    Event planning experience

●    An understanding of and commitment to the J Street mission

●    Experience in the region

More about J Street:

J Street is the political home for pro-Israel, pro-peace Americans working to secure the future of Israel as the democratic homeland of the Jewish people. The organization believes that preserving Israel’s Jewish and democratic character depends on achieving a two-state solution, resulting in a Palestinian state living alongside Israel in peace and security.

Launched in 2008 with four staff members and a limited budget, J Street is now a $9 million organization with a national staff of 70. The organization is headquartered in Washington, DC, and employs staff in 9 cities including Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Tel Aviv.

J Street focuses its work in three main areas: (1) Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace policies in Congress, the media and the Jewish community; (2) Endorsing and raising money for federal candidates who share J Street’s agenda; and (3) Educating the public and raising awareness of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the two-state solution.

Compensation and Time Commitment:

This is an unpaid full or part-time internship. Applicants are considered on a rolling basis. Please indicate in your cover letter what days and hours you are available.

To Apply

To apply, please email int...@jstreet.org with your cover letter, resume and three references, with “Public Engagement – Spring” in the subject line.

J Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer.