INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES Lee Dubin Memorial Scholarship Internship Program

2010 Felicia Park-Rogers Summer Internship

Want to make a difference in the lives of people with LGBTQ parents?

Want to learn about working in a grassroots nonprofit organization?

Apply now to work in the national headquarters of COLAGE this summer!

About COLAGE

COLAGE is a national movement of children, youth and adults who have one or more lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or queer (LGBTQ) parents. We build community and work toward social justice through youth empowerment, leadership development, education and advocacy. Based in San Francisco, COLAGE offers an integrated array of local, regional and national programs. To learn more, visit www.colage.org. 

The Felicia Park-Rogers Summer Internship

The COLAGE Summer Internship is named for our visionary former director Felicia Park-Rogers who started the internship program during her tenure at COLAGE. We honor her creativity, years of leadership, and commitment to people with LGBTQ parents through 10-week summer internships that promote the development of young leaders and advocates committed to making change that matters.

COLAGE is the only national youth-driven network that connects people with an LGBTQ parent to a community of peers. This is a hands-on job: interns don't just do filing but get to use creativity and initiative. Are you a team player who is motivated to learn, share, play, and work hard in support of COLAGE's mission? This internship is a great way to build your skills in doing non-profit administrative and program work, as well as to become a passionate and effective advocate for yourself and your family.

Summer Interns help produce LGBTQ family events; conduct education and outreach via phone, email and social media; design and lead workshops for youth ages 8-18; and help improve the policies that shape our families day-to-day lives.

COLAGE is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Must make at least a ten-week, full-time commitment during the summer.
• Must be 18 or older if not from the SF Bay Area, 15 or older from the SF Bay Area.
• Must be LGBTQ-positive.
• Available to work June 1st or 8th through August 10th or 17th, although start and end dates may be flexible.
• Some travel may be required

Preferred qualifications

• Computer literate (especially on PC's); knowledge of Office 2003, Database Systems, especially Salesforce, HTML, and desktop publishing programs a plus.
• Experience and comfort with email and phone-based organizing and networking.
• Experience and comfort working with youth and families.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and full of initiative.
• People with LGBTQ parents, people of color, and male-identified people are especially encouraged to apply.

Compensation

Summer interns receive modest pay ($10/hr) for a ten-week, full time internship including some evenings and weekends. We will help you find low-cost or free housing when possible.

To Apply

Please email (preferred) or mail the following information:

1. Your resume;
2. A cover letter sharing your interest in working for COLAGE and qualifications for the internship;
3. Contact information for two people who will serve as references and can attest to your experience and skills.

Email To: internship@colage.org
Subject Line:  Felicia Park Rogers Internship Application

Mail to:
COLAGE Felicia Park Rogers Internship
1550 Bryant Street, Suite 830
San Francisco, CA 94103

Deadline:
Friday, April 9th, 2010

Need more info? Interested in Fall/Spring Internship?

COLAGE also offers fall/spring work-study internships; if you are interested contact Jamon Franklin, COLAGE Finance & Operations Manager, for more information.

phone: (415) 861-5437
email: internship@colage.org
www.colage.org