Policy Website Writing Internship

The ACLU of Northern California (ACLU-NC) Policy Department focuses on three areas: (1) Death Penalty; (2) Police Practices; and (3) Racial Justice. Each area is headed by a policy director, focusing exclusively on that subject. 

Under the supervision of one or more policy directors and/or policy staff, the Website Writing Intern will provide a high level of writing and administrative support for all department website development activities. No technical or HTML experience is required; liberal arts and communications majors are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of one or more policy directors and/or policy staff and working closely with the Communications Department, the Website Writing Intern is responsible for:

• Drafting Web site content.
• Editing current Web site content with relevant updates.
• Submitting content for review and publication.

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• No familiarity witH HTML is necessary, but strong computer skills are required.
• Ideally, enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Ability to assess information and deal with changing priorities.
• An interest in public interest/social justice issues and the commitment to work for civil rights and the ideals of the ACLU.

Time and Pay/Credit:

The position is unpaid but we will work with your respective college or university for school credit. We ask for a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, with a minimum of 10-12 hours per week.  Position is open until filled.  

How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and list of references to:

Romy Ganschow
ACLU of Northern California
39 Drumm Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Or email: rganschow@aclunc.org
**Please include in the cover letter related course work, professional and/or academic experiences, and highlighted qualifications.

The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Northern California is an affirmative action employer. All interested individuals, including people of color, women, persons with disabilities and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are particularly urged to apply.