Description: Senator Becca Rausch (D-Needham) is a proven champion of intersectional equity, strengthening our democracy, and stellar service to her constituents. Interns will collaborate to advance these objectives and support the Senator’s district through projects in communications, constituent services, and policy development. Applicants must have completed at least one semester of college to be eligible for this internship. Interns should plan to work part-time in our Boston office. This internship is anticipated begin the week of September 9, 2024 and conclude on the week of December 2, 2024
Compensation: We will work with successful applicants to secure outside funding and/or class credit. The Office of Senator Becca Rausch is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Intern projects may include:
• Research projects related to outreach & engagement, constituent services, and policy
• Attending briefings and committee and hearings
• Compiling press clips and coverage
• Assisting in social media & website communication
• Drafting newsletter content
• Developing constituent communications
• Conducting general administrative work
Required skills and core competencies
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Creative thinker
• Strong interest in and desire to learn about political communications and constituent support
• Ability to analyze policy from various perspectives
• Ability to efficiently multitask and stay organized
• Ability to work independently
• Confidence to ask questions or raise an issue when necessary
To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to Aidan Doherty aidan.doherty@masenate.gov with the subject line “Internship Fall 2024” by August 16, 2024 for priority consideration.