Fall 2024 Media Relations Intern

The Position

The National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) seeks an undergraduate or graduate intern for the fall of 2024 to work with and learn from our press team and media relations director.

The Organization

The National Women’s Law Center fights for gender justice — in the courts, in public policy, and in our society — working across the issues that are central to the lives of women and girls. 

We use the law in all its forms to change culture and drive solutions to the gender inequity that shapes our society and to break down the barriers that harm all of us — especially women of color, LGBTQ+ people, and low-income women and families. 

For more than 50 years, we have been on the leading edge of every major legal and policy victory for women, and we need you with us to continue this fight.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern will:

• Monitor media coverage of NWLC and help compile daily clips for internal distribution.
• Work with the press team to draft media advisories, news releases and other editorial content.
• Help identify and archive storytellers in our program coverage areas.
• Assist with the development of communication materials intended for media outlets, policy holders and organization partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a graduate or undergraduate degree .
• Strong writing skills.
• Training or coursework in journalism or media relations.
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Experience or interest working on gender justice issues with an intersectional lens.
• Experience or interest in a research, advocacy, or policymaking environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work both collaboratively and independently.
• Flexibility, creativity, and excellent organizational and project management skills.

Key Relations 

The intern will report to the Director of Media Relations and Storytelling.

Compensation & Benefits

This internship is unpaid, but the Center will work with the intern to secure academic credit. A stipend of $175 per month will be provided. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Classification

This position is not included in the union-represented bargaining unit, NWLC United, affiliated with the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union/IFPTE Local 70.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A resume;
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the role and qualification for it;
• Sample work or portfolio optional.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The National Women’s Law Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek applications from people with disabilities; people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; people of color; and veterans. 

Research indicates members of marginalized groups tend to underestimate their qualifications and apply only if they are a 100% match. If you are passionate about NWLC’s mission and think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t check all the boxes, please apply. We’d appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

Reasonable Accommodations 

If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email NWLCHR@nwlc.org