Training Internship or Practicum – Spring 2025

PURPOSE

The Training Intern/Practicum Student will assist Empower Missouri’s Advocacy Director in expanding and enhancing the organization’s statewide education and outreach efforts. Interns/Practicum Students will help identify and research speaking opportunities, build contact lists, support training logistics, and, when appropriate, deliver brief presentations.

The ideal candidate will be well-organized, capable of self-direction, and comfortable communicating with diverse audiences.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Research and compile contact lists for training participants, partners, and outreach targets.
  • Identify and research potential speaking opportunities, conferences, and community events across Missouri.
  • Assist with scheduling, communications, and logistics for Empower Missouri trainings and presentations.
  • Support the development and distribution of training and outreach materials.
  • Provide general administrative and research support to the Advocacy Director as needed.

    Tasks may be tailored to align with the intern’s interests and strengths.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
  • Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfort with or interest in public speaking and facilitation.
  • Students in their 3rd or 4th year of a program in education, communications, public policy, social work, nonprofit management, or a related field will be a strong fit.
  • Commitment to social justice and Empower Missouri’s mission and values.

TIME COMMITMENT

  • 15 hours per week (flexible schedule).
  • Availability for some meetings between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  • This is a remote position open to candidates located in Missouri. Some travel may be required to support in-person trainings or outreach events in Mid-Missouri or the state capitol.

COMPENSATION

  • $13.50/hour

REPORTS TO

  •  Advocacy Director

HOW TO APPLY

We’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]. Be sure to include “Training Intern/Practicum Student” in the subject line.
Applications are due by December 5, 2025. The internship will run from January 2026 through May 2026.

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