The Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO, the state’s largest labor organization representing some 400,000 union members from more than 600 local unions, has an exciting internship opportunity in Olympia during the 2014 legislative session. The application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 10.
Here is the job posting:
Legislative Intern
The Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO, is seeking a full-time legislative intern for the 60-day legislative session that begins Monday, Jan. 13, 2014, to help develop and coordinate legislative advocacy for Washington working families. This is a fun and challenging opportunity to learn more about issues important to working families, our labor movement, public policy and the legislative process. Plus, there are many opportunities for interns to pursue and develop their own policy interests and to build relationships with affiliated unions, legislators and coalition partners.
Our fast-paced internship is open to anyone who with an interest in public policy and a passion for the labor movement. We are looking for people with excellent writing and research skills, a positive attitude, a willingness to tackle a variety of tasks and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties Include:
Desired Qualifications:
Compensation is competitive and will include membership in OPEIU Local 8. In previous years, interns still in school have also worked with their academic institution to receive course credit.
Please send a resume and cover letter by Dec. 10, 2013, to Joe Kendo:
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO
906 S. Columbia St., Suite 330
Olympia, WA 98501
Short URL: https://www.thestand.org/?p=28285
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