Advocacy Intern (SCAN)
Quick answer
Save the Children Action Network is hiring a hybrid Advocacy Intern in Washington, D.C., Fairfield, CT, or Lexington, KY, paying $17/hour to support legislative and grassroots advocacy initiatives.
- Role
- Advocacy Intern (SCAN)
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Fairfield, CT, Washington, D.C., or Lexington, KY
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $17 / hour
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-09-28
The role
Save the Children Action Network (SCAN) is seeking an Advocacy Intern to support legislative and electoral campaigns, grassroots activities, and student engagement. The intern will assist with data entry, event logistics, and resource creation to help advocate for early childhood education and ending child hunger. This role offers professional development, mentorship, and hands-on experience in a mission-driven, humanitarian nonprofit environment.
What you'll do
- Perform data entry and administrative support for campaign projects.
- Support the Student Engagement Team with high school and college club activities.
- Assist with logistics and material preparation for advocacy events.
- Help coordinate state grassroots activities and volunteer engagement.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and contribute to team projects.
What it takes
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated (within 6 months) from an Associates, Bachelors, or Master's program.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and communicate professionally.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office suite and spoken/written English.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
- Strong interest in global development and domestic policy issues.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional development, mentorship from experienced leaders, access to LinkedIn Learning, structured skill development, and networking opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this internship located?
This is a hybrid role with locations in Fairfield, CT; Washington, D.C.; or Lexington, KY.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays $17 per hour for a maximum of 24 hours per week.
What are the key qualifications required?
Applicants must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program and possess strong MS Office skills, professional communication abilities, and an interest in policy.
When does this internship take place and how do I apply?
The internship runs from September 28, 2026, through December 11, 2026. Interested candidates should apply through the portal link provided in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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