Internship Opportunities

ABOUT PROMO & PROMO Fund: PROMO is Missouri's statewide organization advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender equality through legislative action, electoral politics, grassroots organizing, and community education. PROMO is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex or gender, sexual or affectional orientation, marital or familial status, disability, age, gender identification, health-related condition, association, or legal source of income.

PROMO is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse staff and board, in regards to background, culture, sexual orientation, and gender identity, and strongly urges applications from transgender or gender nonconforming individuals and persons from underrepresented ethnic and racial groups.

PROMO is a smoke-free, casual dress, and fun workplace.

http://PROMOonline.org

Springfield Research Intern/Practicum Student

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Research Intern/Practicum Student will be the driving force behind PROMO’s ongoing research projects. This person will be the lead on National and statewide research affecting LGBTQ populations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commitment to equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons
• Ability to work independently with direction, as well as understanding a team dynamic
• Ability to see the ‘big picture’ and adapt accordingly to establish tangible, measurable results
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to listen and receive constructive feedback
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Commitment to respecting others in diverse, multicultural environments
• Previous research experience
• Strong writing, oral, and overall communication skills

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to manage the daily functions of an office
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience working within the LGBTQ community or within LGBTQ advocacy
• Experience in Microsoft programs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Database management and entry
2. Presenting on current findings and LGBTQ health, employment, housing, and criminal trends
3. Represent PROMO professionally at events and tabling opportunities, including Pride Festivals mentioned above, volunteer fairs, and coalition events.
4. Facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, and respect for, those of other cultures and backgrounds.
5. Represent PROMO at coalition meetings

Administrative Development Internship/Practicum

POSITION OVERVIEW: Work alongside PROMO’s Field Organizer in Springfield to further the growing systemic needs of the organization.  This person will promote the mission of PROMO by organizing volunteers, producing events, and cultivating donors.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commitment to equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons of all ages
• Ability to work independently with direction, as well as understanding a team dynamic
• Ability to see the ‘big picture’ and adapt accordingly to establish tangible, measurable results
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to listen and receive constructive feedback
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Previous research experience
• Strong writing, oral, and overall communication skills
• Interest in nonprofit development/fundraising
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Commitment to respecting others in diverse, multicultural environments

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Update the PROMO Database when necessary
• Assist with event production and planning
• Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for development
• Assist preparing acknowledgement letters and other correspondence.
• Facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, and respect for, those of other cultures and backgrounds.
• Conduct research on potential donors.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external use.
• Contact and organize volunteers for various events.
• Assist with mailings, filing, and special projects as needed

PROMO JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:  Administrative Development Internship/Practicum

Job Supervisor:  Karis Agnew

Job Location: Springfield, Missouri. Some travel may be required.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample VIA EMAIL ONLY to the attention of Karis Agnew, Field Organizer at Karis@PROMOonline.org. No calls please.

Pride Internship/Practicum

POSITION OVERVIEW: Work alongside PROMO’s Field Organizer to organize PROMO’s presence at the Pride Festivals statewide from April or May - August.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commitment to equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons
• Ability to work independently with direction, as well as understanding a team dynamic
• Ability to see the ‘big picture’ and adapt accordingly to establish tangible, measurable results
• Ability to listen and receive constructive feedback
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Previous research experience
• Commitment to respecting others in diverse, multicultural environments
• Strong writing, oral, and overall communication skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working with the field and communication team to develop a theme for Pride season
• Recruiting and scheduling Team PROMO volunteers for Pride festivals through phone calls, email, and Google Forms sign-on.
• Understanding and developing talking points for Team PROMO volunteers.
• Tabling at Greater Ozarks Pridefest, Joplin Pride, Pulaski County Pride, and any additional Pride assistance needed.
• Represent PROMO professionally at events and tabling opportunities, including Pride Festivals mentioned above, volunteer fairs, and coalition events.
• Facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, and respect for, those of other cultures and backgrounds.
• Educating and informing community members on issues continuing to impact Missouri’s LGBTQ community.
• Engaging in petition data entry.
• Organizing a volunteer appreciation night following Pride.
• Ability to communicate with equality supporters for several hours in hot temperature conditions.

PROMO JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Pride Intern/Practicum

Job Supervisor: Karis Agnew

Job Location: Springfield, Missouri. Some travel required.

For all positions: We are seeking applicants with public speaking skills, comfort with speaking on the phone, interpersonal communication skills, and flexibility to adjust their project schedule to match the current organizational needs.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample VIA EMAIL ONLY to the attention of Karis Agnew, Field Organizer at Karis@PROMOonline.org. No calls please.