LULAC National Internships in Washington, DC

Posted: Feb 13, 2012

Location: Washington, DC US

Company: The League of United Latin American Citizens

Industry/Sector: Non-Profit

Summary:
Looking for a meaningful way to serve the Latino community? The League of United Latin American Citizens, the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization, seeks several talented and passionate interns to work for the LULAC national headquarters in Washington D.C.

In collaboration with the LULAC national staff, interns can combine their academic interests with real-world experience in any of the following areas: legislation and policy, community programs, communications, membership, special events, development, health, education, housing, fiscal or executive. Please note that although these positions are unpaid, the accomplishments and contributions of our interns are priceless!

Education:
Applicants are required to have excellent academic records and strong writing and communication skills. Thorough knowledge of the Hispanic community and current issues is a plus. Applicants should also have a deep sense of commitment to advancing the rights of Hispanic Americans. Ability to write and speak Spanish and English fluently is highly desirable as is extensive experience with using computers.

Experience:
Starting with their first day on the job, LULAC national interns are an important part of the team, and work side by side with staff to address local and national issues. From communicating with congressional representatives, to researching the latest legislation affecting Latinos, our interns are enthusiastic, bright and vocal participants in the LULAC advocacy process.

In addition to contributing to the concerns of the LULAC membership, interns are meeting with the biggest names in the country, including:

U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis
U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius
Former Senator and current Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
Assistant Secretary for HUD John Trasviña
USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas
Assistant Attorney General Tom Perez
OPM Director John Berry
White House Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Cecilia Muñoz
and many more!

Full/Part Time: Internship

Paid? No

Contact:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, including dates of availability, resume, and transcript (unofficial copies will be accepted) to:

Dahida Vega
Technology Program Manager
Email: DVega (at) LULAC (dot) org

LULAC National Office
1133 19th Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 833-6130
(202) 833-6135 FAX

Current Internship Opportunities

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LULAC INTERNSHIPS? Feel free to click on any of the current openings below. If you're looking for something different, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact Dahida Vega, LULAC Internship Coordinator, via email or phone.

Tech Support Intern



Technology Program Intern



Resource Development Intern



Education Policy Intern



Community Relations Intern



Federal Affairs Intern

Sponsorship Information

Is your corporation dedicated to advancing the careers of Latino youth? Are you seeking to contribute to the empowerment of young leaders? If so, the LULAC National Internship Program is looking to partner with you!

For more information about how you can partner with LULAC and support our year-round internship program, please contact both of the following staff members:

David Perez
Director of Development
DPerez (at) LULAC (dot) org

AND

Elizabeth Garcia
Director of National Programs
EGarcia (at) LULAC (dot) org