Community Organizing Internship

Internship Summary

We’re looking for a motivated, self-directed intern to support plannning and creation of PEA's 2024 Candidate Guide. The role will also entail supporting planning and executing PEA's major fall events and campaigns, including the #GetOutTheVote campaign, the Green Career Expo and the Annual Party. This internship will provide hands-on experience with organizing a campaign, outreach, event planning, and more. 

The internship has a flexible schedule (10-15 hours a week) starting in early September and ending in early December 2024.

Who We Are: 
Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) works every day to create a more just, resilient, and environmentally sustainable Piedmont Triad. Based in Winston-Salem, NC, PEA’s innovative education programs, annual events, and community-based advocacy projects engage thousands of volunteers, students, faith communities, businesses, and partner organizations in climate and environmental action. Learn more at www.peanc.org

Internship responsibilities:

  • Planning and execution of PEA's Candidate Guide for the 2024 General Election.

  • Support planning and execution of PEA's #GetOutTheVote campaign.

  • Staffing PEA's fall events.

  • Engage in email and phone outreach to support events and Fall priorities.

  • Other organizational priorities as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational skills, self-motivated,  and attentive to details.

  • Comfortable asking people to take action over the phone, email, and in person.

  • Demonstrated commitment to environmental and social issues.

We are looking for you, if:

  • You are detail oriented and can think through all the components of a largescale event.
  • You are excited to engage with community members and invite people to get involved with programs, activities, and events.
  • You are a polished writer, who knows how to connect with different audiences and encourage people to take action.
  • You have a personal passion for the outdoors, environmental stewardship and sustainability, and have taken action to get involved in the issues you care about.
  • You are a current college student or recent grad looking for an opportunity to connect with the community and give back.

Compensation:
This is an unpaid volunteer position. 

To Apply:
Submit your resume and a detailed cover letter to info@peanc.org by September 15, 2024. Please reference “Community Organizing Internship” in the subject line. No phone calls please. Piedmont Environmental Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diversity of candidates to apply. 

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