At Texans Care for Children, we know each child brings promise for our state, yet Texas has a long way to go toward meeting that promise. For over 25 years, we have worked to improve the lives of Texas children by building commitment and action for improved public policy and programs. We do this work focusing on five promises to Texas’ future: health, protection, mental wellbeing, justice, and early opportunities. In each of these areas, we seek out what’s best for the over 6 million children of Texas.
Texans Care for Children seeks an Early Education Policy Intern.
Summary of Position
The Public Policy Intern will support the policy work of the organization carried out through research, communications, and event support specific to pre-K and early education. The intern will work closely with the Early Education Policy Associate and help develop issues into policy recommendations and possible legislation.
Tasks include researching best practices, synthesizing reports, monitoring policy changes, primarily at the state level, and developing issue briefs and other supporting materials. The intern will assist in keeping members of the Early Education Alliance informed of policy developments, resources, and opportunities.
The intern will have the opportunity to participate in meetings with state agencies and various stakeholders, and provide advocacy through visits with legislative staff and attendance at hearings.
Preferred Qualifications
A successful candidate will have:
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Initiative and resourcefulness.
- Strong interest in one or more of the following: advocacy/activism, state government, media, coalition building, social services, education policy.
Additional Details
Position is for the Spring semester, with the possibility of continuation into summer
Unpaid
10-20 hours/week
To apply
Send resume, cover letter, and recent writing sample to: abrauer@txchildren.org.