Programs and Policy Intern Position Available for Summer 2015
The Reproductive Health Technologies Project (RHTP), a non-profit advocacy organization
in Washington, DC, seeks an undergraduate intern for June – August 2015. Exact start and
end dates are negotiable. This is a part-time position at $10.50/hour for 30 hours a week;
flexible scheduling is available during open office hours, Monday-Friday 9am-6pm. The
intern will report to the Senior Associate.
About RHTP:
RHTP is an advocacy organization; we do not provide direct services. Our unique role in the
reproductive health, rights, and justice communities is our focus on improving the political
and commercial climate in the United States so that women and men have access to
technologies they need to become pregnant when they are ready, end a pregnancy when they
are not, and promote their health and wellbeing throughout their reproductive lives.
We do this by convening multi-disciplinary discussions that look at the science, ethics,
politics and practice of any given technology; building consensus for action among advocacy
organizations, academics, professional medical groups, and on occasion for-profit drug
companies; and implementing strategic communications and advocacy campaigns.
As one example, RHTP was at the forefront of a broad-based coalition seeking to make Plan
B One-Step® emergency contraception available without a prescription, an effort that
culminated in a victory in 2013 when the FDA approved its use without age or point-of-sale
restrictions.
Intern Duties:
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Assist with day-to-day office operations, including answering phones, maintaining
office equipment and filing systems, and administrative support to the staff.
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Conduct background research for specific project initiatives or immediate public
policy needs, particularly related to emerging or current reproductive technologies,
and summarize findings in a clear and concise manner.
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Assist with the coordination of meetings, conferences, and events, including logistics
planning, preparing materials, and compiling notes.
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Attend coalition meetings and briefings as a representative of RHTP.
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Review and update past RHTP materials.
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Monitor and post social media content as needed; write occasional blog posts.
Qualifications:
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This position is ideal for someone pursuing an undergraduate degree (preferably in
their junior or senior year) or who has recently completed an undergraduate program.
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Demonstrated interest in reproductive health or related issues.
1634 Eye Street, NW – Suite 650 – Washington, DC 20006 – 202-530-4401 – fax 202-530-4404 – www.rhtp.org
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Ability to manage multiple projects and a variety of tasks.
Excellent writing and research skills.
Self-directed and strong problem-solving abilities.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
Strong commitment to reproductive health, rights, and justice; familiarity with
reproductive health organizations and initiatives.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
RHTP is dedicated to diversity in staff as well as to an inclusive work environment. People
of color, people with disabilities, and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please e-mail cover letter, resumé, and the application form to [email protected], with
“Summer Internship Application” in the subject line. We will consider applications on a
rolling basis until Friday, May 15, 2015 at 5pm.
Internship Application Form – Summer 2015
Please submit the following form, along with your cover letter and resumé, to [email protected].
Your application will not be considered complete without this form.
1. Name:
2. How did you hear about this position?
3. What date would you be able to begin your internship and when would you expect it
to end? What would your ideal schedule look like, keeping in mind we would prefer
30 hours a week? RHTP’s office is open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through
Friday.
4. What do you believe is the most pressing issue for reproductive health, rights and
justice advocates to tackle at this time? There is no correct answer, so please answer
candidly. 170 words or less.
5. Give an example of a time when you worked effectively across difference (e.g., race,
class, gender) and what you learned from this experience. Please answer in 170
words or less.
6. What are 3-5 print or online news and information sources you routinely reference?
7. Please list three recent academic or community activities/meetings you participated
in and in what capacity (e.g., presenter, facilitator, student representative, audience
member).