Legislative Intern : Oregon
Oregon AFL-CIO
Legislative Intern
Currently working remotely for covering the state of Oregon
The Oregon AFL-CIO is seeking a full-time Legislative Intern for the 2021 legislative session to help develop and coordinate legislative advocacy for Oregon working families. This is a fun and challenging opportunity to learn more about issues important to working families, our labor movement, public policy and the legislative process. Plus, there are many opportunities for interns to pursue and develop their own policy interests and to build relationships with affiliated unions, legislators and coalition partners.
Our fast-paced internship is open to people with an interest in public policy and a passion for the rights of working-class communities. We are looking for applicants with excellent writing and research skills, a positive attitude, a willingness to tackle a variety of tasks, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
About the Oregon AFL-CIO
The Oregon AFL-CIO is the statewide federation of labor unions, representing over 300,000 working Oregonians. Our mission is to improve the lives of our members and all workers, and to raise the standard of living for all Oregonians through collective bargaining, advocacy, and political education and outreach.
Job Responsibilities
- Tracking bills using Billtracker and OLIS
- Assisting the Oregon AFL-CIO lobbying team with meetings, including scheduling and taking minutes
- Conducting legislative research
- Attending and documenting committee hearings and meetings with legislators
- Outreach and communication with affiliated unions regarding progress of policy priorities
Qualifications
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to engage with diverse workers to engage them in the legislative process
- Attention to detail
- Availability some nights and weekends
- Understanding of racial/gender justice and a strong commitment to equity
Preferred Skills
- Strong ties to and/or an interest in labor and working families
- Curiosity about public policy and the legislative process
- Strong analytical research and critical thinking skills
- Labor and/or community organizing experience
- Interest in creative ways to share information and engage with people
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Compensation
Compensation for this position includes a stipend of $2000/month. For current students, it is possible to work with your school to earn course credit for this role.
To Apply
Please send a résumé and cover letter by January 29, 2021, to Oregon AFL-CIO Political Director Jess Giannettino Villatoro at jess@oraflcio.org.
Black, Indigenous, people of color, immigrant, womxn, LGBTQ+ and people with multilingual skills are strongly encouraged to apply. The Oregon AFL-CIO is an equal opportunity employer.
Given the nature of a remote legislative session and the ongoing risks of the pandemic, the successful applicant will work primarily remotely.
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