Apply for an internship with MPA

Submitted by andrew.francis on Thu, 08/22/2013 - 15:25

MPA is committed to an internship program that develops our organization and involves new people who are committed to social change and interested in learning a variety of skills in the work. Internship applications are accepted on a rolling basis; funding opportunities are evaluated on an individual basis.

MPA strongly encourages women, people of color, young people, and members of the LGBTQ community to apply.

Questions regarding the application process, should be directed to Ben Chin: ben@mainepeoplesalliance.org or 207-797-0967

Contact Information

Name *

Address *

Phone Number *

Town *

Email Address *

Current school/Employer *

Please offer a 3-4 sentence response to each of the following questions:

Why do you want to intern with Maine People’s Alliance? What about our work is most exciting to you? *

What do you want to learn? *

What is your definition of community organizing? What words do you use when you describe organizing to others? *

Have you had any previous experience with grassroots community organizing/social justice/political work? Please describe any relevant experience. *

The following questions are for MPA’s information only; answers will not determine whether or not an internship offer is extended.

What type of internship are you interested in pursuing?

Organizing

Communications

Fundraising

How long do you anticipate interning with MPA (a semester, the summer)? *

How many hours/week do you intend to dedicate to this internship? *

Which MPA office could you work out of?

Portland

Lewiston

Bangor

Midcoast (Damariscotta)

Do you have a cell phone? *

Do you have access to a vehicle? *

Apply for an internship with MPA

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