Spring Advocacy Intern
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EVERYMIND INC
Rockville, MD, US
Summary
The Advocacy Intern will conduct research on mental health policies and collaborate with the team to draft policy proposals and position papers. They will also engage in outreach to legislators and manage online databases to track legislative developments.
Job Description
Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: 1000 TWINBROOK PARKWAY - ROCKVILLE, MD, Education Level: Some College, Salary Range: $0.01 - $0.01Commission, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Make a Difference with EveryMind –Spring Advocacy Internship Opportunity!
This internship takes place in the Spring semester, typically beginning in early January and ending May/June.
Why Join EveryMind?
For more than 65 years, EveryMind has strengthened communities and empowered individuals through mental health and community support services. With 200 staff across 27 locations, we deliver programs that make a lasting impact.
As an Advocacy Intern, you’ll support EveryMind’s policy and legislative initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in research, analysis, and government relations. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about mental health policy, local politics, and the legislative process while making a meaningful impact.
Schedule: Flexible, part-time (16-24 hours/week during business hours, M–F)
Location: EveryMind Headquarters, Rockville, MD (with hybrid opportunities)
You’ll work primarily with the Advocacy Department while also collaborating with program staff across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Research and Analysis: Conduct research on current mental health policies and legislative proposals at local, state, and federal levels
Policy Development: Collaborate with team members to draft policy proposals, position papers, talking points, and testimony
Outreach and Relationships: Connect with county and state level legislators to support advocacy initiatives and build relationships with offices
Online Database Management: Support procedures to track legislation and communications with outside agencies
Frequent travel between sites
: Qualifications
Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student studying Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
Strong research, writing, and critical analysis skills.
Interest in mental health policy, advocacy, and legislative processes.
Comfortable communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers and community members.
Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with online legislative tracking tools a plus.
Reliable Transportation; will go to regular outreach events
What You’ll Gain
Firsthand experience with advocacy strategies and the legislative process.
Opportunities to research and draft real-world policy materials.
Networking with local and state legislators and advocacy partners.
Mentorship from experienced advocacy professionals.
A deeper understanding of how policy impacts mental health services and communities.
A structured internship for a full school year
Weekly supervision and professional mentorship
Mileage reimbursement and a monthly technology stipend
Apply Today
If you’re passionate about policy, advocacy, and advancing mental health initiatives, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start your journey as an Advocacy Intern with EveryMind.
Mission:
EveryMind strengthens communities and empowers individuals to reach optimal mental wellness.
About EveryMind:
Since 1957, EveryMind has been a trusted mental health resource providing direct services, community education and advocacy, which bring healing, hope and wholeness to children, youth, adults, veterans and families. While EveryMind provides services throughout the entire National Capital Region, our services typically target the community’s most vulnerable and low-income residents. In the past year, EveryMind provided direct services to more than 16,000 individuals.
EveryMind’s programs and services are directed at reducing the stigma associated with mental illness and ensuring our entire community has the resources they need to reach optimal mental wellness. These programs include: ServingTogether, which coordinates a network of resources for veterans, service members and their families; crisis prevention and intervention services for the entire community; case management and counseling services for children, youth, adults and families; Linkages to Learning, which provides school-based mental health services for at-risk students and families; Representative Payee, which helps individuals with a disability or mental illness manage their finances; and Friendly Visitor, which combats loneliness and isolation among older adults.
Founded
1957
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Rockville, MD
Mission:
EveryMind strengthens communities and empowers individuals to reach optimal mental wellness.
About EveryMind:
Since 1957, EveryMind has been a trusted mental health resource providing direct services, community education and advocacy, which bring healing, hope and wholeness to children, youth, adults, veterans and families. While EveryMind provides services throughout the entire National Capital Region, our services typically target the community’s most vulnerable and low-income residents. In the past year, EveryMind provided direct services to more than 16,000 individuals.
EveryMind’s programs and services are directed at reducing the stigma associated with mental illness and ensuring our entire community has the resources they need to reach optimal mental wellness. These programs include: ServingTogether, which coordinates a network of resources for veterans, service members and their families; crisis prevention and intervention services for the entire community; case management and counseling services for children, youth, adults and families; Linkages to Learning, which provides school-based mental health services for at-risk students and families; Representative Payee, which helps individuals with a disability or mental illness manage their finances; and Friendly Visitor, which combats loneliness and isolation among older adults.
Founded
1957
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Rockville, MD
