Internship Title
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE)
Internship Description
FIRE's mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of students and faculty members at America's colleges and universities.
Assist with research and administrative projects across various teams. Interns complete research projects and help with writing, casework, fundraising, public relations, and administrative duties. Assist with FIRE Student Network Summer Conference. Contribute to FIRE's Newsdesk. Attend weekly seminars with staff. Develop activism plans.
Early decision deadline: Jan. 20
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Assist with research and administrative projects across various teams. Interns complete research projects and help with writing, casework, fundraising, public relations, and administrative duties. Assist with FIRE Student Network Summer Conference. Contribute to FIRE's Newsdesk. Attend weekly seminars with staff. Develop activism plans.
Early decision deadline: Jan. 20
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Internship Semester
Summer
Internship Location
United States (Outside Arizona)
Internship Category
Nonprofit & Other
Paid/Unpaid
Paid
Compensation Amount
$4,000 stipend
Amount of Hours per week
0
Internship Requirements
FIRE is looking for thoughtful and energetic undergraduates (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors) attending colleges or universities in the United States who are looking to engage in free speech activism on campus. Ideal candidates are responsible, focused, organized, have a passion for civil liberties, and have a history of taking action in support of causes they believe in. All interns are expected to demonstrate excellent research, writing, and communication skills. The ability to work under pressure and a sense of humor are also important.