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Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty seeks Fall 2018 Advocacy Intern

The Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (TCADP) is the only professionally staffed,

statewide grassroots advocacy organization dedicated solely to ending the death penalty in

Texas. We seek to shift the political climate on the issue and decrease use of the death penalty

in Texas. Our approach includes strategic communications, engagement of “unusual voices,”

public education and outreach, and support of litigation strategies.

 

TCADP’s Fall 2018 Advocacy Intern will assist with legislative research, community outreach and

public education programs, strategic communications, and administrative support. He/she will

interact with the Executive Director and Communications Coordinator, as well as other

volunteers, TCADP Board Members, and community partners.

 

Responsibilities:

• Support public education and outreach programs, including events featuring death row

exonorees and other individuals with personal experience with the Texas death penalty system

• Research and writing assignments related to TCADP’s blog and monthly newsletter

• Development of educational materials for print and/or online publication

• Logistical support for the TCADP 2019 Annual Conference, which will take place in February 2019 in Austin

• Administrative support, including data entry, resource inventory, and social media updates

 

Desired skills/experience:

• Exceptional communication and writing skills (ability to speak and write Spanish is a plus)

• Experience with grassroots/student organizing and community outreach

• Experience with online communication/social networking tools (Facebook, blogs, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

• Proven ability to work independently

• Interest in working with a non-profit advocacy organization

• Personal commitment to the abolition of the death penalty

 

All work will be performed in our South Austin office and will be supervised by TCADP’s

Executive Director and Communications Coordinator. This is an unpaid position requiring a

minimum commitment of 10 hours/week.

 

To apply, send a cover letter, résumé, and short writing sample (1-2 pages) to TCADP Executive

Director Kristin Houlé at khoule@tcadp.org. For more information about TCADP, visit

www.tcadp.org.

 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

, Filed Under: Employment Opportunity, Internship

Rapoport Center Internships- PAID

 

The Rapoport Center is currently accepting applications for the following PAID internships for SUMMER 2018:

 

 

 

These are excellent opportunities for students interested in incorporating the study and practice of human rights into their research and professional development and in staying informed of developments in human rights scholarship and activism.

 

How to Apply

Qualified students should submit the following items individually in PDF format via email (subject: Undergraduate Internship) to humanrights@law.utexas.edu:

  • Cover letter
    State why you are interested in the position; demonstrate basic knowledge of our programs and activities
  • CV/Resume
    Indicate any relevant skills and foreign language proficiency
  • Transcript
    Unofficial is acceptable; an official copy can be mailed if needed, to arrive by the application due date
  • List of three references
    At least two must be UT faculty; include name, title, and contact information; full letters not required
  • Writing sample
    3-5 pages; does not need to relate directly to human rights, although that is preferable

The deadline is Monday, March 26th.

, Filed Under: Employment Opportunity, Internship

Texas Workforce Commission Internships

Texas Workforce Commission 

Legal Intern, General Counsel
$15/hour
The Texas Workforce Commission, a dynamic state agency with 4,500 employees helping the state’s economy grow by connecting people with jobs, is offering internship opportunities for the summer of 2018.

TWC’s Office of General Counsel is dedicated to providing the Commission and agency staff with the highest quality of customer service and sound legal counsel to minimize legal risk and costs, reduce litigation exposure, and ensure legal compliance. The OGC supports the Commission and agency staff by providing legal services to foster sound decision-making in all areas of operation. These services include advice and client support for policymaking, governance, programs, performance, administrative functions, and services provided by or through the Commission, local workforce development boards and contractors, as well as
agency operations. The Open Records Section coordinates compliance with the Public Information Act and requests for access to TWC information.

The Office of General Counsel is seeking to fill a law clerk position to perform legal research and analysis work. The law clerk may work for several attorneys supporting various agency programs. Work may include researching, analyzing, and interpreting statutes and regulations; drafting and presenting legal documents; reviewing documents for adherence to legal requirements; assisting with public information act responses; participating in briefings
and meetings; and participating in other office functions as required.

The Office of General Counsel is located at the agency’s headquarters at 15th Street and Congress Avenue in Austin.

This internship is full- or part-time and will run into August. It pays $15 an hour and comes with some benefits.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education
• Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of GED certification.
• Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university must be provided.
• Continued enrollment may be required throughout internship.

No experience required.

Submit a resume at https://www.txinternshipchallenge.com.
The deadline for applications is March 31. Top candidates will be invited in for interviews by
April 30. This internship will begin May 15.
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