Gender Issues

Full descriptions of the following Internship Opportunities are available in the Internship Files located at the St. Ben’s and St. John’s Career Resource Centers.

NEW INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES are posted in E-link. 

ONGOING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES are listed in alphabetical order. These organizations offer internships year round or every summer. Check the listing for details.

ARCHIVED OPPORTUNITIES are listed in alphabetical order. Don’t overlook these organizations who’ve offered internships in the past. If you find an organization that interests you, check their website or contact them directly for information about current opportunities.

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ON-GOING OPPORTUNITIES

American Association of University Women (AAUW) – Washington, DC               ON-GOING
AAUW is a non-profit organization with a focus on promoting education and equality for women and girls.  AAUW offers ongoing internships with exposure to opportunities that: enhance leadership, impact lives of women and children, promote higher education partnership, celebrate diversity, and foster international outreach.  The intern will assist with basic research, program and leadership development, and evaluation and assessment.  The intern will also plan and coordinate AAUW national meetings, compose newsletters, and research and assist in development of new initiatives and grant proposals.  Students should have knowledge of basic computer skills and familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.  For more information or questions, contact Erica Santiago. 
CONTACT: Erica Santiago, Associative Director, Programs and Partnership
              (or) Mariama S. Boney, Associate Director, Programs and Partnership
ADDRESS:  American Association of University Women
               1111 16th St. NW
               Washington, DC 20036
PHONE:     (202) 728-7712
EMAIL:      jobs@aauw.org  or program@aauw.org
WEBSITE: www.aauw.org
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Anna Marie's Alliance- St. Cloud, MN                                  ON-GOING
Anna Marie's is a shelter for women and children who have experienced any kind of domestic abuse.  The shelter provides free basic services including food, shelter, and advocacy for its residents.  The shelter attempts to assist women in finding resources and support to start a life on their own.  Also known as Central MN Task Force for Battered Women. 
CONTACT: Judi Gay
ADDRESS: PO Box 367
              St. Cloud, MN 56303
PHONE:    (320) 253-6900
EMAIL:     jrg@annamaries.org
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI) 

Chrysalis- Minneapolis, MN                                        ON-GOING
Description: Chrysalis is looking for three interns that will assist as: Legal & Resource Intern, Family Education Intern, or Resource Counseling Intern. These interns will have the opportunity to work with the lives of women and their families in diverse backgrounds. The intern may choose to work directly with the clients or have a broader role in the agency.
Legal & Resources Intern:
Descriptions: The Legal & Resource intern is responsible for assisting the LAW Program in providing education and advocacy to women by hosting LAW Clinics and Information Sessions, offering peer support in Resource Counseling.
Responsibilities: Intern will have to attend a 24-hour training program, facilitate two LAW Clinics and one LAW Information Session, and attend a volunteer in-service training.
Requirements: Interest in family law issues, ability to listen and respond appropriately to clients, respect of diversity, ability to work under pressure, and maintain confidentiality.  A time commitment of 150 hours is required for the internship.

Family Education Intern:
Description:  The Family Education intern is responsible for providing support to children and families through several Chrysalis programs.
Responsibilities:  Intern will perform two four-hour shifts per month as a Sandcastles Facilitator Assistant as well as two four-hour shifts per week as a Resource Counselor.  Intern will help children address feelings about divorce and also provide support and resources to women who walk in or call Chrysalis.
Requirements:  Ability to listen and respond appropriately to clients, interest in working with children, respect of diversity, ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.  A time commitment of 10 hours per week for a total of 150 hours is required.

Resource Counseling Intern:
Description:  The Resource Counseling Intern is responsible for providing support, information, and referral services to clients.
Responsibilities:  Intern must attend a 24-hour Resource Counseling training program along with attending two “buddy shifts” and a Divorce Information Session.  Intern must support clients and their issues and refer those who need further assistance to alternative agencies and organizations.
Requirements:  Ability to listen and respond appropriately to clients, awareness of issues affecting women and families, awareness of diversity, and ability to work under pressure and maintain confidentiality. A time commitment of 150 hours is required.
Application Process:  Contact Chrysalis anytime for more information about internship opportunities through the address below.
CONTACT: Nichole Salaam, Volunteer Coordinator
ADDRESS: Chrysalis
              4432 Chicago Ave. North
              Minneapolis, MN 55407
CRC CATEGORIES:  HEALTH/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (HL), GENDER ISSUES (GI),  LAW (LW)    

Community Violence Intervention Center (CVIC) – Grand Forks, ND               ON-GOING
CVIC supports adult and child victims of violence and promotes peace and safety by advocating the elimination of violence. The intern will plan and execute the CVIC’s first-ever Run for Peace to raise awareness of violence issues in the community and to raise funds for the CVIC’s Light of Hope Shelter.  Interns should have strong communication skills, positive attitude, interest in the mission of CVIC and the ability to work well with others. The Community Violence Intervention Center offers unpaid opportunities at other times. 
CONTACT:    Kelly Boeddeker
                 Fundraising and Public Relations Specialist
ADDRESS:    Community Violence Intervention Center
                 211 South Fourth Street
                 Grand Forks, ND 58201
PHONE:        (701) 746-0405
FAX:            (701) 746-5918
EMAIL:         kelcviv@yahoo.com  
CRC CATEGORIES: (EP) EVENTS PLANNING, GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Feminist Majority Foundation - Arlington, VA or Los Angeles, CA                 ON-GOING
Internships provide students with a behind-the-scenes look at the women's movement. Each internship includes a wide variety of responsibilities, such as monitoring press conferences and congressional hearings, researching, writing, policy analysis, organizing events and demonstrations, and clinic defense. Feminist women and men in all majors are encouraged to apply. Experience working on women's issues is preferred. Full-time Internships, which run for a minimum of two months, are available all year round. During the summer months there is some opportunity to earn pocket money by doing administrative work as needed. A number of their interns have received grants or financial aid from their schools to participate in the internship program.
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (WI)

Her Own Words – Madison, WI                                            ON-GOING
Her Own Words focuses on women’s history, literature, nontraditional careers and art.  The organization offers year-round part-time, unpaid internships located in Madison, WI.  The intern will help produce videotapes, including research, photography, editing and sound recording.  The intern will also assist at photography shoots, audio editing sessions and public performances, assist with lay-out, design and photography.  To apply, send a cover letter, resume and list of three references to Her Own Words.
ADDRESS:     Her Own Words
                  PO Box 5364
                  Madison, WI 53705-0264
EMAIL:         herownword@aol.com
WEBSITE:     www.HerOwnWords.com 
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNICATION (CM) & GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Minnesota Women’s Consortium – St. Paul, MN                             ON-GOING
An internship at the Minnesota Women’s Consortium offers the opportunity to get politically involved and make a worthwhile contribution to the women’s movement.  Interns will learn about a multitude of women’s issues and efforts being made to promote and bring about equality of opportunity, learn how public policy is made and how it affects women, and participate in the day-to-day operations of an influential nonprofit women’s organization.  Each intern will choose a special project to research, report and write on a topic of current interest called a Special Report which will be distributed in the Capitol Bulletin.  For more information please use the contact below. 
ADDRESS:  550 Rice St.
               St. Paul, MN  55103
PHONE:     (651) 228-0338
WEBSITE:  info@mnwomen.org
CRC CATEGORIES:  GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Advertising Sales Internship) - St. Paul, MN           ON-GOING
Description: The Minnesota Women’s Press is offering an Advertising Sales Internship.  This is an ongoing/rotating internship that is unpaid. The internship will include promotional advertising sales projects, market research, client research, and participating in sales support activities.
Responsibilities: Interns will have a “hands-on” experience and work with five experienced sales professionals on the staff teams. Interns will work 20-hours/week for a minimum of 2 months.
Requirements: Interested in a feminist business environment. Candidates of color are encouraged to apply.
Application Process: Please send cover letter of application and resume to the address below. CONTACT:  Kathy Magnuson
ADDRESS:  771 Raymond Ave.
               St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:         (651)646-2186
EMAIL:      magnuson@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI), PROMOTION (CM)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Books Internship) - St. Paul, MN                   ON-GOING
Description: This position is ideal for students or those considering a career change; includes working with the bimonthly publication, BookWomen, and other book-related endeavors. This is an ongoing internship that is unpaid.
Responsibilities: Interns will receive hands-on experience in a feminist environment. Students will work 15-20 hours/week.
Requirements: Sensitivity to women’s issues is key.
Application Process: Please send letter of application and resume to the address below. CONTACT: Mollie Hoben
ADDRESS:  771 Raymond Ave.
               St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:         (651)646-2186
EMAIL:      hoben@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI), COMMUNICATION WRITING (CM)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Editorial Internship) - St. Paul, MN               ON-GOING
Description: Activities include writing, research, editing, database management, and other special projects. This internship is an ongoing, year round unpaid opportunity.
Responsibilities: Interns will be able to work with the editor, assist editor and copy editor, and help with other needs or the company.
Requirements: Intern will work 10-15 hours/week.
Application process: Please send letter of application and resume to the address below.
CONTACT: Assistant Editor
ADDRESS: 771 Raymond Ave.
              St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:        (651)646-2186
EMAIL: assistanteditor@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI), COMMUNICATION WRITING (CM)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Feminist Business Internship) – St. Paul, MN ON-GOING
Description: This is an ongoing, year round and an unpaid opportunity. 
Responsibilities: Primary responsibility is to design, produce, and modify print ads in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements: Attention to detail, experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. (Students will be asked to bring work samples or portfolio to the interview.)
Application Process: Please send letter of application, resume and work samples to address below.
CONTACT: Lisa Mabley
ADDRESS: 771 Raymond Ave.
              St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:        (651)646-2186
EMAIL:     Imabley@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI), ART (AT), WEB DESIGN (CM)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Photography Internship) - St. Paul, MN                  ON-GOING
Description: This is an ongoing, year round opportunity and an unpaid internship.
Responsibilities: Learn about the news business and apply skills to receive great clips. Interns will have the opportunity to shoot features, profiles, and events.
Requirements: Interns will work 10-15 hours every 2 weeks.
Application Process: Please send letter of application, resume, and work samples to address below.
CONTACT: Lisa Mabley
ADDRESS: 771 Raymond Ave.
              St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:        (651)646-2186
EMAIL:     Imabley@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI), ART (AT)

Minnesota Women’s Press (Production/Graphics) - St. Paul                   ON-GOING
Description:  This is an ongoing, year round opportunity – nonpaid.
Responsibilities:  Design, product and modify print ads in a fast-paced environment.
Requirement:  Attention to detail, experience with Adobe InDesign, knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop.  Applications will be asked to bring work samples or a portfolio to the interview.
Application Process:  Please send letter of application, resume,and work samples to:
CONTACT: Lisa Mabley
ADDRESS: 771 Raymond Ave.
              St. Paul, MN 55114
FAX:        (651)646-2186
EMAIL:     Imabley@womenspress.com
CRC CATEGORIES:  ART (AT), WEB DESIGN (CM), GENDER ISSUES (GI)

The Public Affairs Group, Inc. – Washington DC          ON-GOING
Description:  The Public Affairs Group, Inc. (PAG) is a strategic communications firm owned by iVillage and is the umbrella title uniting three separate divisions: *The Business Women’s Network, *Diversity Best Practices, and *Best Practices in Corporate Communications.  All sects promote and encourage diversity and women in the workplace.  PAG’s goal is to provide each student with an experience relevant to their major or area of interest.
Responsibilities:  Assist in event planning,  verbal/personal interaction with Fortune 500 clients.  The work will be detailed and challenging, and will provide first-hand corporate experience. – Experience that could be included in the intern work portfolio.
Requirements:   PAG interns should be  juniors/seniors (or grad students) who possess excellent oral and written communication skills, have strong on-line and off-line research and organizational skills, pay attention to detail and accuracy, have good decision-making skills, have a strong interest, understanding, and appreciation for women and diversity issues, and a willingness to work independently and as a team.
Application Process:  All interested interns should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and three references: professional, academic, and personal.  Apply online at www.tpag.com/intern.

*Business Women’s Network (BWN) – The Business Women’s Network focuses on the needs of women in business, nationally and internationally.  Throughout various events, activities, and projects they provide women all over the world with opportunities, information, linkages and support.  BWN wants to empower business women with the ability to make sound, profitable business decisions, which will ultimately lead to a stronger economy across all corporate and government borders.  BWN interns should have an interest in international women’s issues related to business exports and trade.

*Diversity Best Practices (DBP) – Diversity Best Practices is a one-stop information center for Diversity and benchmarking.  They organize peer-group workshops for their members addressing specific diversity issues (i.e. Mentoring and Leadership, and Multicultural Marketing).  They are committed to voice the need to increase equity, equality, advancement, and retention in Corporate America for women and minorities (encompassing not only ethnic groups, but people who have been socially marginalized).  Projects include event planning elements for day-long conference and awards dinner, diversity project support, diversity client file organizing, developing a diversity resource library, and organizing special project materials from diversity member files.  DBP interns should have well-developed interpersonal skills, professional appearance and manner, is computer literate in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Internet applications.  Experience with desktop publishing (PageMaker, Quark, PowerPoint) is preferred but not required.

*Best Practices in Corporate Communications (BPCC) – Best Practices in Corporate Communications builds relationships and develop innovative solutions, which help member companies utilize and improve communication.  Interns can focus, but are not limited to, three areas of interest: research-based (helping to write reports and white papers), technology-based (maintaining the BPCC website – both in content and look), and sales/marketing-based (assisting selling the products and services of BPCC).  Projects include conference calls and reports/white papers.  Additional responsibilities include assist with sales and marketing efforts, content for the website and BPCC Newsletter, and maintaining database of BPCC Contacts. 
CONTACT:  Sandy Strzyzewski, Senior Vice President or Maiko Banno
ADDRESS:   The Public Affairs Group, Inc.
                1990 M Street NW, Suite 700
                Washington, DC 20036
PHONE:      (202) 466-8209
FAX:          (202) 833-1808 (general fax)
                (202) 293-3327 Attn: Sandy Strzyzewski
EMAIL:       Sandy hr@tpag.com
WEBSITES:  www.tpag.com 
                 www.bwni.com 
                 www.diversitybestpractices.com 
                 www.bpincc.com
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNICATION WRITING, MARKETING/PROMOTIONS (CM), GLOBAL/INTERCULTURAL (IP), MANAGEMENT (MA), GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Rainbow Families – Minneapolis, Minnesota                           ON-GOING
Project Description:  Develop a resource and referral guide for the GLBT prospective parents, parents, and their children living in the Twin Cities and in greater Minnesota.
Applications Process:   This internship was sponsored by HECUA’s Partners Internship Program which provided a grant to Rainbow Families for the summer.  Applications for this internship should be made directly to Rainbow Families.
CONTACT:      Abby Switkin
                  Assistant Director
PHONE:          612-822-1584
EMAIL:         abby@rainbowfamilies.org
WEBSITE:     www.rainbowfamilies.org
CRC CATEGORIES:   GENDER ISSUES (GI)

WATCH – Minneapolis, MN                        ON-GOING
WATCH is seeking interns for a court monitoring position who are interested in criminal justice, domestic abuse, sexual assault, and child abuse issues.  The interns’ responsibilities center on court monitoring, however interns may be involved in other projects involving research, volunteer coordination, event planning, data entry, administrative tasks, and community education.  The intern will attend a 6 hour training session, attend scheduled court proceedings outlined by staff, follow WATCH court monitoring guidelines while in the courthouse, attend three community educational programs in relation to your work with WATCH, and submit a two-page reflection paper for possible publication. This is an 8-10 hour per week position that is unpaid. The opportunity is available in the spring, with an application deadline of January 16, in the summer with an application deadline of June 2, and in the fall with an application deadline of September 15.
CONTACT:    Libby Wyrum
ADDRESS:    WATCH 
                 608 Second Ave South
                 Northstar East Suite 465
                 Minneapolis, MN 55402
PHONE:       (612) 341-2747
WEBSITE:    www.watchmn.org  
CRC CATEGORIES: LAW (LW),  GENDER ISSUES (GI)

WISE (Women’s Initiative for Self Improvement) – St. Paul, MN              ON-GOING
Various Internships Available
WISE programs address both personal and societal factors that affect the empowerment of women and girls.  All of WISE’s programs highlight leadership development and capacity building in order to empower immigrant and refugee women and girls who, in turn, become involved and create solutions in their lives and in their communities.  WISE is currently seeking volunteers and interns for the following position:  Interpreters for Hmong and Spanish, Marketing and Research, Writer/editing, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Research Analyst, Human Resources.  If interested in an internship please contact the following:
CONTACT:   Wilhemina Holder, Executive Director
                WISE
                Hamline Park Plaza
                570 Asbury Street, Suite 110
                St. Paul, MN   55104
PHONE:      651-646-3268
FAX:          651-646-3278
CRC CATEGORIES:   GLOBAL/INTERCULTURAL (IP) GENDER ISSUES (GI) HUMAN SERVICES (HS),  COMMUNICATIONS WEB DESIGN (CM) (6-06)

Women's Action for New Directions  - Washington DC                    ON-GOING
Women's Action for New Directions (WAND) is an organization that works to empower women to act politically to reduce militarism and redirect excessive military spending to unmet human and environmental needs.  WAND's major focuses are on nuclear non-proliferation and working through the political process through lobbying and electing progressive women.
CONACT:   Darcy Scott Martin
ADDRESS: Women's Action for New Directions
              322 4th Street NE
              Washington, DC 20002
PHONE:    (202) 544-5055
EMAIL:     wand@wand.org
WEBSITE: www.wand.org
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI) 

Women Against Military Madness – Minneapolis, MN                       ON-GOING
Women Against Military Madness is a nonviolent feminist organization that works to create a system of social equity, self-determination and justice through the education of women.  This organization is seeking a summer intern to work with the WAMM Intercultural Action for Peace Project.  The intern will be the coordinator for this summer’s peace garden development and will assist in the coordination of the peace festival.  The intern should be an excellent writer, possess strong editing and communication skills, have a knowledge of Internet Explorer, Microsoft Word, Adobe and Photoshop Plus.  The intern should also be creative, able to work independently, and be committed to the goals of WAMM.  To apply contact Paulette Sankofa.  This internship was sponsored by the HECUA Partnership Internship Program. 
CONTACT:    Paulette Sankofa
                 Director
ADDRESS:    Women Against Military Madness
                 310 East 38th Street, Suite 225
                 Minneapolis, MN 55409
PHONE:        (612) 827-5364
FAX:            (612) 827-6433
EMAIL:         wamm@mtn.org
WEBSITE:     www.hecua.org/pip 
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Women’s College Coalition – Washington, D.C.                     ON-GOING
Working at the Coalition is a wonderful opportunity for students to get first hand experience working for a small, non-profit organization. The responsibilities would include updating public information materials, assisting staff with daily operations of the office, and becoming familiar with current WCC initiatives and information. The Women’s College Coalition is looking for individuals that are highly motivated, with the ability to handle a high level of responsibility; interest in the education of women; working knowledge of WordPerfect helpful; good library research skills required.  
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (WI)

Women’s Sports Foundation – East Meadow, NY                   ON-GOING
The Women’s Sports Foundation is a non-profit organization offering internships in the following departments: advocacy, athlete services, special events, program management, development, marketing, education programs, public relations, publications, and the web.  The length of the internship will vary from twelve weeks to one year with office hours between 9-5, Monday through Friday.  There are paid, unpaid, and volunteer positions available.  Unpaid internships and volunteers are part-time positions. There are three sessions which one can apply for: January though May, June through August, and September through December.  The internship positions will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of programs and delivery of educational services.  To apply please send a written Women’s Sports Foundation application, resume, and two letters of recommendation. Visit the Career Resource Centers for address and other information.
CONTACT:  Ramona Collins
               Educational Services Coordinator
ADDRESS:  Women’s Sports Foundation
                Eisenhower Park
                East Meadow, NY 11554
PHONE:      (516)542-4700 (or) (800)227-3988
FAX:          (516)542-4716
E-MAIL:      wosport@aol.com
WEB SITE:   www.WomensSportsFoundation.org  – AOL Keyword: WSF
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Women Venture - St. Paul, MN                                                           ONGOING
Client Services/Adminstrative Assistant Intern
Description:  Under the direction fo the Director of Marketing and Communciations, works with Client Services team to accomplish the administrative and client services responsibilities. 
Responsibilities:  May include some or all of the following:  data entry, filing, copying, room set-up, keyboarding, answering phones, preparing client folders, etc.  Opportunity to use presentation skills is desired.
Qualifications:  Dependable, data entry and/or computer skills, ability to work with a variety of people, good phone skills, belief in Women Venture mission (to assist in achieving their own economic success and prosperity), flexibility, self-starter.
Application Process:  To apply contact the following:
CONTACT:  Ann Mays
              2324 University Ave.  Suite 120
              Saint Paul, MN  55114
PHONE:     (651) 646-3808
FAX:          (651) 641-7223
CRC CATEGORIES:  GENDER ISSUES (GI) (2/07)

Women Venture - St. Paul, MN                                                           ONGOING
Marketing and Communications Volunteer or Intern
Description:  A marketing and communications internship or volunteer position with Women Venture offers the student/volunteer opportunities to use and develop skills in writing, graphic design, market research, project management, and event coordination. 
Responsibilities:  May be involved in writing materials that reflect and promote WomenVenture's brand, provide organizational support to the communications department, and provide support for agency events, including fund development and program activities.
Qualifications:  Strong attention to detail, excellent writing skills, the ability to work independently under tight timelines, and the ability to be flexible and shift priorities as needed.  Students entering their junior or senior year, or recent college graduates, are encouraged to apply.  Preferred majors include journalism, communications, or marketing.
Application Process:  To apply contact the following:
CONTACT:  Ann Mays
              2324 University Ave.  Suite 120
              Saint Paul, MN  55114
PHONE:      (651) 251-0716
FAX:          (651) 641-7223
CRC CATEGORIES:  GENDER ISSUES (GI) (2/07)

ARCHIVED OPPORTUNITIES 

Chrysalis  -Minneapolis, MN
Chrysalis is looking for several fall interns to work with women and their families to improve their lives.  Chrysalis is an organization that works to organize resources and support so women and children can lead healthy lives.  There are several intern positions which need to be filled.  The child care intern will assist with the direct care of infants, children and youth registered in the Kids’ Cocoon Child Care program.  The intern will also be responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of the program.  The intern will prepare with the head teacher to work with the children and prepare their meals.  Ongoing training concerning the knowledge of issues affecting women will be provided.  Interested students should have previous experience working with children, awareness of the issues surrounding children and families, awareness and respect for diversity, the ability to work with volunteers/staff and the ability to climb down steps and lift 30 pounds.  A minimum six-month commitment is recommended and hours per week are negotiable.  This position is unpaid.  Interested students should contact the name listed below.
CONTACT:     Tara Uppman, Volunteer Coordinator
PHONE:        (612) 870-2420
EMAIL:         tuppman@chrysaliswomen.org
CRC CATEGORIES: HISTORY (HS), GENDER ISSUES (GI)

The Family Violence Network – Lake Elmo, MN
The Family Violence Network works to prevent family violence, promote nurturing family relationships, and increase the self-sufficiency of persons impacted by family violence.
They are currently looking for a Women’s Advocate Intern. This intern would help support and encourage women to develop confidence in their ability to help themselves, assist women in clarifying goals and give support and resources in reaching them, provide transportation, and answer the Crisis line.
CRC CATEGORIES: GENDER ISSUES (GI)

Minnesota Women’s Political Caucus Education Council – St. Paul, MN
The Minnesota Women’s Political Caucus Education Council’s E-Women Win, a project of the Minnesota Women’s Political Caucus Education Council (MWPC-EC), is an Internet community of multi-partisan individuals dedicated to making women’s voices a force on public policy issues in Minnesota.  E-Women Win attracts thousands of email subscribers across the state by collaborating with individuals and a wide variety of community organizations.  This position is unpaid, part-time and flexible (approximately 15-20 hours per week).  Duties include, but are not limited to, researching various women’s issues, searching for and finding relevant news articles, writing content for the weekly “e-lert” sent out by E-Women Win and performing regular upkeep of the organization’s website.  A qualified applicant would possess the following skills:  interest in the political process, journalism, communication, the women’s community, and have the ability to perform with deadlines.
CONTACT:  Erin Moline
ADDRESS:  Minnesota Women’s Political Caucus Education Council
               550 Rice St. 
               St. Paul, MN  55103
E-MAIL:     emoline@mnwpc.org
CRC CATEGORIES:  GENDER ISSUES (GI) COMMUNICATION – WRITING (CM)

Someplace Safe Parenting Time Centers – Fergus Falls, MN
Project Description:  Develop and implement a coordinated volunteer program including a volunteer training manual, training program structure and materials for the Parenting Time Center, a visiting center for parents and children experiencing domestic abuse.
Applications Process:   This internship was sponsored by HECUA’s Partners Internship Program which  provided a grant to Someplace Safe Parenting Time Centers for the summer of 2006.  Applications for this internship should be made directly to Someplace Safe Parenting Time Centers.
CRC CATEGORIES:   GENDER ISSUES (GI) HUMAN SERVICES (HS)

Venture Allies, LLC – St. Cloud, MN
Venture Allies, LLC is offering a part-time, 8-10 hours per week, spring research internship.  The organization’s Women’s Fund, a Central Minnesota community foundation, is piloting software that will help manage team communication, planning, events, and volunteers.  The research intern will help design and conduct a survey; design, edit and distribute communications; and help manage the web-based software tool.   The intern should have strong communication skills and interest in community development and issues affecting women and children.  This is an unpaid internship beginning in February and ending in May.  Please submit a resume to shelly@ventureallies.com by January 31, 2005.
ADDRESS: Venture Allies, LLC
              3051 2nd Street So., Suite 103
              St. Cloud, MN 56301
PHONE:    (320) 203-7600
FAX:        (320) 203-7677
EMAIL:     shelly@ventureallies.com 
WEBSITE: www.ventureallies.com  and www.communitygiving.org
CRC CATEGORIES: COMMUNICATION – MARKETING/PROMOTIONS (CM), GENDER ISSUES (GI)

WomanSafe Center – Faribault, MN
WomanSafe Center works to prevent child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence in Rice County, MN.  The organization provides rehabilitative services to victims of abuse and works for systematic change to reduce the risk of violence against women and children.  Interns will research, design, and implement a plan to successfully build transitional housing in the Rice County. It will entail building community partnerships and obtaining funding and public and political support for the project.  The purpose of this project is to lay the ground work to meet the immediate need for transitional housing for battered woman and children in Rice County.  Interns must be trained advocates as defined by the State of Minnesota (requires a 52 hour course). This paid opportunity is offered through HECUA for summer 2003. WomanSafe Center may offer unpaid opportunities at other times. Application for the summer 2003 internship should be made directly to WomanSafe Center. Visit the HECUA website http://www.hecua.org/pip/student_pip.html  for a full description of the internship and for other application and program information.
CONTACT:    Doug Larsen
                 Executive Director
ADDRESS:    WomanSafe Center
                 303 1st Ave NE, Suite 365
                 Faribault, MN
PHONE:       (507) 332-0882
FAX:           (507) 332-6999|
E-MAIL:       dlarsen@means.net
CRC CATEGORIES: (LW) LAW, GENDER ISSUES (GI)

YWCA of St. Paul – St. Paul, MN
The YWCA is offering three volunteer internships for this summer.  The first is with the Health and Fitness Center where one will promotional and physical well-being to a wide variety of people.  One will assist with the set-up, promotions, and execution of the 5K Run while combining the community and the organization interactions.   They are seeking individuals majoring in management, health and wellness, or business. This is a 10 week position. The responsibilities of the intern in this next position include assisting with case management and office duties and providing supportive services and training to women and children in the Transitional Housing Program.  Individuals interested in this position should be majoring in human services and have an understanding of homelessness issues. This is a three month opportunity.  The third opportunity is with the Two-Gether Program as a Girl’s Mentor Recruitment intern.  One will be responsible for media relations, provide companionship and encouragement to build girl’s self-esteem, and promote healthy development.  This is also a 10 week commitment, Monday through Friday.  Applications for each position are available on-line.
CONTACT:    Volunteer Services Coordinator|
ADDRESS:    YWCA of St. Paul
                 375 Selby Ave.
                 St. Paul, MN 55102
PHONE:       (651) 222-3741
FAX:           (651) 222-6307
E-MAIL:       volunteer@ywcaofstpaul.org 
WEBSITE:     www.ywcsofstpaul.org
CRC CATEGORIES: (EP) EVENT PLANNING, (HS) HUMAN SERVICES, GENDER ISSUES (GI)