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Prop\u00f3sito
<\/em><\/strong>The Training Intern or Practicum Student will work alongside Empower Missouri\u2019s Advocacy
Director to support statewide education and outreach efforts. Our work focuses on building
awareness, strengthening advocacy skills, and connecting communities to the policy issues that
impact them.
In this role, you\u2019ll help identify and research speaking opportunities, support training logistics,
build outreach lists, and contribute to the development of materials. There may also be
opportunities to help facilitate or deliver brief presentations. This is a great opportunity for
someone interested in public education, advocacy, and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You\u2019ll Do<\/em><\/strong>
\u25cf Research and build contact lists for training participants, partners, and outreach efforts
\u25cf Identify and track potential speaking opportunities, conferences, and community events
across Missouri
\u25cf Support scheduling, communications, and logistics for trainings and presentations
\u25cf Assist with developing and sharing training and outreach materials
\u25cf Provide general administrative and research support to the Advocacy Director
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tasks may be tailored to align with the intern\u2019s interests and strengths.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What We\u2019re Looking For<\/em><\/strong>
\u25cf Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
\u25cf Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills
\u25cf Interest in or comfort with public speaking and facilitation
\u25cf Commitment to social justice and Empower Missouri\u2019s mission and values.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students studying education, communications, public policy, social work, nonprofit
management, or a related field\u2014especially those in their third or fourth year\u2014may find this role
a strong fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time Commitment<\/em><\/strong>
\u25cf 15 hours per week (flexible schedule).
\u25cf Availability for some meetings between 9:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
\u25cf This is a remote position open to candidates located in Missouri, with occasional travel to
support in-person events or advocacy efforts in Mid-Missouri and the state capitol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are happy to work with students to make sure this fits practicum or field placement
requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compensaci\u00f3n<\/em><\/strong>
\u25cf $15.00\/hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reports To<\/em><\/strong>
\u25cf Advocacy Director<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOW TO APPLY<\/em><\/strong>
We\u2019d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to
jobs@empowermissouri.org. Be sure to include \u201cTraining Intern or Practicum Student\u201d in
the subject line.
Applications are due by May 15, 2026.<\/strong> The internship will start in late August\/early September
and run through December 2026, with the possibility of continuing through Spring 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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