We are a full-service strategic
communications firm with offices in D.C., New York and Chicago, offering
clients a comprehensive approach that includes message development,
media relations, online strategy, marketing and crisis communications.
Our team works with organizations seeking to enhance their influence on
issues including social and economic justice, human rights, civil
rights, faith-based advocacy and sustainability. What drives us is the
fact that our work touches the lives of real people—women and children,
racial and religious minorities, people affected by gun violence,
immigrants, working families and so many others.
Interns based in the D.C.-area will join the team both in person and virtually per our new hybrid office model.
Interns are expected to work with the team in the office for at least
two days during the week. In office schedules will be determined between
interns and intern coordinators.
WEST interns have the opportunity to
gain hands-on experience working closely with progressive, nonprofit and
international organizations in a professional setting. Responsibilities
include: writing and editing materials for distribution to the media,
drafting opinion pieces, developing social media content, researching
client organizations and their issue areas, researching target
journalists and compiling media lists, conducting media outreach,
aggregating news content, and various clerical duties. Through this
experience, interns will cultivate a working knowledge of highly
relevant political and advocacy organizations, the major issues of the
day, and the media.
Interns should be able to commit to
joining the WEST team full-time, but exceptions may be made dependent on
schedules. Office hours are on Eastern time. Each application must
include the following: resume, cover letter and writing sample. Only
complete applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.
West End Strategy Team employees must
be fully vaccinated for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food
and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19
vaccine, or have an approved Reasonable Accommodation granting an
exemption from vaccine requirements. If selected, you will be required
to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of
vaccination.
The pay rate for this position is $17.00/hour.
West End Strategy Team is an equal opportunity employer.
