Volunteering
Running Start is a new organization. Consequently, we constantly have opportunities to volunteer for Running Start. Volunteer opportunities exist all year round and can be inquired about by emailing info@runningstartonline.org.
Primary events we need volunteers for include:
The Young Women’s Political Leadership Program
Women to Watch Awards
Internships
This is an ideal internship for someone who would like a great deal of responsibility and variety in the work they would do during their internship.
Intern responsibilities include:
Events planning:
- Selecting students and speakers for Young Women’s Political Leadership Program
- Drafting curriculum for summer program
- Researching and contacting speakers for our Path to Politics Seminars
- Marketing
Writing:
- Drafting business communication for President and Executive Director
- Composing profiles of “young women to watch” around the United States
- Newsletters, emails to our members, and press releases
Research:
- Women in politics around the world
- Young women candidates running for Congress
- Why so few young women are running
Web upkeep:
- Adding content to site
- Monitoring our Facebook Fan Page and Cause
- Monitoring our Twitter feed
- Helping spread Running Start programs to education institutions around the country
- Maintaining our information data base
This job is ideal for someone interested in learning about nonprofit management. Our interns get a well-rounded experience and are taught the ins and outs of Washington and advocacy.
Qualifications
Prior experience in politics is not required, but strong writing, communication, and organization skills are a must. A healthy sense of humor is also encouraged.
To apply: Please send your resume and brief cover letter that includes your dates of availability to info@runningstartonline.org.
What past interns have to say:
“I came to DC this summer looking for some direction in what I wanted to do with myself…and I found just that. I love all the work I have done and I am proud of what we have accomplished. Running Start is a truly inspirational organization and I can give you first-hand feedback that it works.”
— Meg Bennett, Summer 2006
“As Running Start’s intern, I have made so many connections with organizations and people all over DC. This job, by far, has been the highlight of my Washington Semester—I have learned hands-on about the importance of women in politics. I am confident that I will come back to Washington after college, and I will follow-through with this mission that Running Start started, and will, achieve.”
— Katelyn Shorey, Spring 2008 Intern/2009 Star Fellowship Graduate
