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Communication Intern
Strada Education Foundation. Policy Intern: support efforts to advance Strada’s policy agenda at federal and state levels .
Posted 10/30/2026internshipIndianapolis • District of Columbia • United StatesEntry Level💰 $23 - $25 per hourWebsite
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office, and the ability to contribute effectively in collaborative environments. Passionate about promoting equitable opportunities in education and employment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Strong Written Communication SkillsStrong Verbal Communication SkillsProficiency With Google SuiteProficiency With Microsoft OfficeAttention To Detail
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Soft Skills
Time ManagementProblem-SolvingSelf-MotivatedCollaborativePositive Attitude
Industry Keywords
Policy AdvocacyTechnical AssistanceMeeting AgendasEditorial WorkDigital MediaNonprofit OperationsEquitable OpportunitiesProject ManagementLandscape AnalysesInternship
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Policy Intern: support efforts to advance Strada’s policy agenda at federal and state levels
- Policy Intern: help prepare technical assistance for policymakers through the advocacy team
- Policy Intern: write background memos, landscape analyses, and policy memos
- Policy Intern: participate in meetings with grantees and potential grantees
- Policy Intern: develop meeting agendas, take meeting notes, and create PowerPoint presentations
- Communications Intern: advance Strada’s core messages through earned and digital/social media
- Communications Intern: support planning, project management, and editorial work for the 2026 State Opportunity Index
- Communications Intern: participate in team strategy meetings
- Communications Intern: maintain editorial and external engagement calendars
- Engage with nonprofit operations, leadership, impactful projects, skill-building activities, speaker series, and informational interviews
Requirements
What you’ll need- At least one year out of high school and currently enrolled in or accepted into a postsecondary education or training program (college, apprenticeship, boot camp, etc.)
- Must be based in Central Indiana or the Washington D.C. area
- Must be available for the entire internship duration: May 19, 2026 to August 14, 2026
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and contribute in a collaborative environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- Self-motivated, able to work independently while being open to feedback
- Passion for promoting equitable opportunities in education and employment
- Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate and contribute to the internship cohort
- Resume, cover letter, and Loom video required for application
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid, 13-week, hands-on learning experience
- Coaching, mentorship, and professional networking
- Leadership speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and industry interviews
- Rotational work and real-world projects
- Skill-building activities and professional development events
- Travel opportunities to conferences and workshops
- Up to 15% travel for professional development
- Learning and professional development opportunities within the organization and with external partners