Company
Georgia Family Council
Description of the internship
The Education Intern will assist with tasks while gaining hands-on experience and training in the work of a non-profit organization.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of state-level school choice and education reform policies
• Provide research for CEG initiatives and research projects
• Track state and federal education legislation
• Assist in the writing of policy summaries, briefs, reports, and monthly newsletter content
• Assist in managing political coalitions
• Monitoring media stories
• Periodic website updates
• Grassroots field work
• General administrative duties (copying, answering phones, data entry, appointment scheduling, etc.)
Interns will be expected to be flexible and show a willingness to assist in any area of the organization as needs arise.
Qualities sought in an intern
• Strong commitment to the core principles of Georgia Family Council and the mission of Center for Policy Studies along with a strong interest in public policy
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, internet research, website development—preferred, but not necessary)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective and decisive when faced with organizational issues and opportunities
• Ability to work well with strong personalities
• Self-confidence, flexibility, and creativity
• Organizational skills, including self motivation and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
Suggested areas of study and/or specialization
• Anthropology
• Government Studies
• History
• Law or Pre-Law
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Other related majors (Communication, International Affairs, Public Administration, etc.)
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of state-level school choice and education reform policies
• Provide research for CEG initiatives and research projects
• Track state and federal education legislation
• Assist in the writing of policy summaries, briefs, reports, and monthly newsletter content
• Assist in managing political coalitions
• Monitoring media stories
• Periodic website updates
• Grassroots field work
• General administrative duties (copying, answering phones, data entry, appointment scheduling, etc.)
Interns will be expected to be flexible and show a willingness to assist in any area of the organization as needs arise.
Qualities sought in an intern
• Strong commitment to the core principles of Georgia Family Council and the mission of Center for Policy Studies along with a strong interest in public policy
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, internet research, website development—preferred, but not necessary)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective and decisive when faced with organizational issues and opportunities
• Ability to work well with strong personalities
• Self-confidence, flexibility, and creativity
• Organizational skills, including self motivation and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
Suggested areas of study and/or specialization
• Anthropology
• Government Studies
• History
• Law or Pre-Law
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Other related majors (Communication, International Affairs, Public Administration, etc.)
This internship is NOT paid
This internship COUNTS for credits
Posted On
Monday, September 24 2012 - 11:39am
Category
Education
Location
GA 30092
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Virtual What is this?
Georgia Family Council (GFC) is a non-profit research and education organization committed to fostering conditions in which individuals, families and communities thrive. Carrying out that mission is a challenging endeavor that requires a multi-faceted approach. So GFC is organized under three Centers: Center for Policy Studies, Center for an Educated Georgia and Center for Community Initiatives.
Mission and Goals of the Center
Helping to provide parents & children with the best options for each child’s education by:
• Working with stakeholders in public, private, & home-based schools to understand & address the greatest needs in educating Georgia’s children
• Promoting education reform & choice while connecting parents with the many educational options available for their children through our website at www.educatedgeorgia.org
• Promoting the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship & Tuition Tax Credit Scholarship programs via the CEG website, advertising, forums & speeches
• Conducting original research relative to education spending, student achievement, the need for public education reform & greater educational choice
• Building a grassroots coalition of parents, students, teachers & community advocates committed to meaningfully reforming education for Georgia’s children
How to Apply
Send your resume along with cover letter and three references to:
Georgia Family Council
Attn: Internship Department
3500 Parkway Lane, Suite 460
Norcross, GA 30092
Or by contacting Katherine Greene at: 770.242.0001 or katherine.greene@georgiafamily.org
Keyword / Major
Location
Search Radius
Company
Employer Type:
Compensation:
Full/Part Time:
Virtual What is this?
Georgia Family Council (GFC) is a non-profit research and education organization committed to fostering conditions in which individuals, families and communities thrive. Carrying out that mission is a challenging endeavor that requires a multi-faceted approach. So GFC is organized under three Centers: Center for Policy Studies, Center for an Educated Georgia and Center for Community Initiatives.
Mission and Goals of the Center
Helping to provide parents & children with the best options for each child’s education by:
• Working with stakeholders in public, private, & home-based schools to understand & address the greatest needs in educating Georgia’s children
• Promoting education reform & choice while connecting parents with the many educational options available for their children through our website at www.educatedgeorgia.org
• Promoting the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship & Tuition Tax Credit Scholarship programs via the CEG website, advertising, forums & speeches
• Conducting original research relative to education spending, student achievement, the need for public education reform & greater educational choice
• Building a grassroots coalition of parents, students, teachers & community advocates committed to meaningfully reforming education for Georgia’s children
How to Apply
Send your resume along with cover letter and three references to:
Georgia Family Council
Attn: Internship Department
3500 Parkway Lane, Suite 460
Norcross, GA 30092
Or by contacting Katherine Greene at: 770.242.0001 or katherine.greene@georgiafamily.org
