Policy Intern | Gun Violence Prevention | Paid Internship

Brady has one powerful mission to unite all Americans against gun violence.

Each year 40000 people in the U.S. die from gun violence. We can change that. No organization has a more comprehensive and systematic approach to ending Americas gun violence epidemic. They say it cant be done but we know Americans can do anything even end this epidemic of gun violence. For we are more powerful than any problem when we work as one. Now is the time to unite people from coast to coast young and old liberal and conservative fed up and fired up and free our country from what is killing us. Its in our hands.

Job Summary :

The Policy Intern will support the daily functions of the policy team at Brady. The Policy intern will assist with research on pending legislation members of Congress and state Legislators and potential gun violence prevention measures at the state and federal levels. Working closely with the Federal and State Policy Managers the best candidate will be flexible enthusiastic collaborative and passionate about gun violence prevention.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Analyzing legislation and drafting relevant talking points and testimonies for use by the policy team.

Researching and writing memos on key gun violence prevention policies and bills.

Updating current institutional reports fact sheets and other materials based on updated data and information.

Providing briefs in advance of meetings with legislators and helping to track legislative efforts.

Working in conjunction with the full policy team to provide logistical support on coalition calls legislative meetings and database maintenance.

Skills and Experience :

Strong writing skills including precise grammar punctuation and spelling

Ability to work well under pressure within a fast-paced high-performing team

Strong desire to be a key team contributor

Self-motivated creative dependable and accountable.

Available to work Monday - Thursday 9 : 00 - 5 : 00pm eastern time. If you are in a different time zone we will accommodate your schedule.

Highlights of Your Internship :

Support a compelling mission

Work alongside Brady subject-matter experts and thought leaders

Be part of a cohort of like-minded interns

Youll be assigned an Intern Advocate to provide mentorship and help you set goals

Inclusion in team meetings presentations and calls

Opportunity to collaborate across the organization

Lunch & Learns on riveting topics

Social activities

Details : Paid internship Well work with you to earn college credit In-person in DC with the option for virtual in select cases.

To Apply :

Provide your resume along with any supporting documents or links to demonstrate your talents and expertise.

Please include a cover letter telling us :

Professional areas of interest

Goals for the internship

Why youd like to intern for Brady

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Background :

No organization has a more comprehensive and systematic approach to ending Americas gun violence epidemic. Brady believes that Americans working together are more powerful than any problem and we invite those who feel the same way to join us in our work. We know our multi-pronged approach of education litigation and legislation will ensure that one day every American can live free from the fear of being shot. Join us in creating that America.

For more than 40 years the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence has been the leading national voice in the prevention of gun violence with an unrivaled history of success. The Brady Bill which was signed into law in 1993 remains the single most effective gun violence prevention policy in history with Brady background checks blocking more than 3 million sales of guns to prohibited purchasers such as domestic abusers convicted violent criminals and people with dangerous mental the words of President Bill Clinton countless people are alive today because of the work of Jim and Sarah Brady and the Brady Center.

Brady is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes in driving equality in our communities and workplace. Brady is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age marital status gender identity veteran status or any other protected class according to local state and federal law. We also provide reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

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Brady understands that gun violence disproportionately harms communities that have long faced systemic racism and inequities including Black Latinx Native American and LGBTQ people. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities and lived experiences.

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Intern

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1