Policy and Advocacy Intern

BACKGROUND
As a nonprofit, Arts for LA leads communities, artists, and organizations to promote an equitable, healthy, vibrant, and creative Los Angeles region through the arts. Arts for LA believes that by identifying and eliminating barriers to equity, access, and inclusion – all of Los Angeles will thrive. 

DESCRIPTION
Arts for LA’s Policy and Advocacy Intern is an ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in the arts and culture sector as well as the role local government plays in shaping that sector. This individual will gain first-hand experience in how local legislation is developed and how it impacts the creative economy. It also provides an opportunity to work with dedicated professionals who are committed to the arts.  

This position will work approximately 20 hours per week ($17.28/hr), July through November 2024, flexible dependent on intern’s availability. 

Additional duties and responsibilities for the Policy and Advocacy Intern include the following:

• Attend public hearings and collaborate with team members on digital campaigns (action alerts and social media).
• Attend meetings with external stakeholders and take detailed notes to document timely commitments and next steps. 
• Assist Director of Policy and Advocacy in monitoring and tracking relevant policies, ensuring easy retrieval and analysis. 
• Assist in organizing workshops related to Arts for LA’s Policy and Advocacy Agenda, including, but not limited to: community listening sessions, webinars, and public forums.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams within the organization. Contribute insights, participate in brainstorming sessions, and support colleagues to achieve shared policy objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS
Because this intern position is an entry-level position it does not require any specific specialized skills. However, it does require any prospective candidates to have an interest in the arts and culture sector and in politics and legislative affairs. 

Open to enrolled undergraduate (2 or 4-year) and community college students who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County

Salary: Approximately 20 hours per week ($17.28/hr), July through November 2024.

Education requirements: Open to enrolled undergraduate (2 or 4-year) and community college students who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County.

Deadline to apply: June 21, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter and one writing sample.

How to apply: Submit a resume, cover letter describing how your experience has prepared you for this position, and one writing sample to info@artsforla.org with the subject line “Policy & Advocacy Intern.”