Our Student Internship Program is designed to provide students with a
unique and impactful experience, enabling them to work closely with
community partners to advance an economic justice and
pro-environmental agenda. We believe in fostering a sense of civic
engagement and responsibility in our future leaders. The student
organizer will report directly to the Organizing Director to help
amplify the core policies of Team Terra.
Position
Title: Organizing Intern
Summary: The office of
Supervisor Lawson-Remer is seeking a Student Worker to play a key role
in advancing the Supervisor’s agenda. The Student Worker will help
execute programs and events focused on key policy issues. They will
work with community partners and help plan events throughout District
3 and inform community groups of County initiatives.
Essential Functions:
The ideal candidate is an outgoing, reliable, dynamic person who is
a problem-solver and a great team player.
Time
commitment and hours: 15-20 hours a week. Strong preference for a
yearlong commitment. Flexible hours, portion of work time needs to be
during the regular 8am - 5pm workday, with some evening, and weekend
events.
Salary: Commensurate with experience. Pay rate
for Academic Student Worker is set by County ordinance and based on
number of academic units completed.
About Fellows
Program: The Student Worker Internship program offers a fully
immersive experience in a fast-paced policy and organizing
environment. In addition to gaining experience in organizing, Student
Workers also handle their own projects with specific deliverables and
interdisciplinary learnings.
Qualifications: Applicants
must be full-time students at a local high school, vocational program,
job readiness program, or an accredited college or university with at
least a 2.0 semester/quarter grade point average (GPA).
Must have interest in elevating a transformative agenda at the
San Diego County Board of Supervisors. Strong interpersonal skills and
experience in community organizing, grassroots organizations,
casework, customer care, or communications a PLUS! Bilingual speaking
& writing skills welcome.
Note: At the beginning and
end of each semester/quarter, student workers/interns are responsible
for submitting a "student unit load verification" completed
by their academic institution. Student Workers shall comply with the
established policies and practices of their assigned school's
internship program and the County of San Diego agreement regarding
eligibility requirements.
Application
Procedure: Individuals interested in applying for an internship with
the office of Supervisor Lawson-Remer should send a cover letter
describing interest, a resume, and the names and telephone numbers of
three professional references by email to Cipriano.vargas@sdcounty.ca.gov .
Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this job
posting.
Deadline: Until filled. We encourage applicants
to send materials as soon as possible, but applications will be
accepted until a candidate is selected.
Condition of
Employment: As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment
process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check
(including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening
prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background
investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of
the position.