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We're looking for a fall start program support intern!  If you're looking for a temporary part-time position and have interests in philanthropy, community organizing, and/or social justice, please consider applying.  You don't have to be a student, but if you are, we will partner with you to ensure that you receive educational credits.  Please see below for details:

Overview

  • Pay Rate: $15/hour for work study eligible students; $1,000/quarter stipend for non-work study placements
  • Location: Social Justice Fund NW, 1904 Third Ave #806, Seattle WA 98101
  • Hours: 24 hours/week. Hours are flexible according to work assignment and project needs. Some nights and weekends required.
  • Position starts Autumn 2016, 9 month commitment desired
  • Learn about social justice movements across the NW while developing skills in grantmaking, fundraising, and community organizing

Description of Social Justice Fund NW

We are a member-funded foundation that supports the creation of a just society through fundraising, grantmaking, and member involvement. The foundation provides essential resources to organizations in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming to strengthen grassroots efforts in the broad movement for progressive, systemic social change.

Our Giving Projects engage members in a deep process of learning about race, class, fundraising and social change. Participating members organize their communities, raise money to support community organizing and through a democratic, participatory process, determine which organizations to fund.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for Giving Projects including recruitment, fundraising, and organizing donors
  • Help plan and provide support for community events such as our Annual Summit, Grantee Fair at the Annual Dinner, information sessions, and brown bag lunches
  • Work with Program staff to evaluate and administer grants

To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Magan Do at magan@socialjusticefund.org.   Please include "Program Support Internship" in the subject line of your e-mail.  

If you have any questions, please contact Magan at (206) 624-4081 ext 107 or magan@socialjusticefund.org.