Policy Advocacy Internship
Quick answer
Center for Employment Opportunities is hiring a Policy Advocacy Internship in Sacramento, CA, on a hybrid schedule, paying between $18 to $20 per hour for a 6-month fellowship.
- Role
- Policy Advocacy Internship
- Organization
- Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO)
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Advocacy Fellow will assist in developing the next cohort of organizers-in-training and participate in CEO’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) to prepare for effective advocacy at all levels of government.
What you'll do
- Facilitation of Organizing Workshops
- Advocacy Work
- Support CEO’s policy agenda by representing the organization in external coalitions or campaigns
- Conduct trainings on CEO campaigns to raise awareness
- Engage with local partners and attend meetings
What it takes
- Strong desire to change the status quo
- Optimistic and passionate about criminal legal reform
- Experience in community organizing
- Ability to speak from personal experience with confidence
- Willingness to try and learn from mistakes
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Hourly wage between $18 to $20 per hour, approximately 20 - 30 hours per week
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Sacramento, CA, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation?
Fellows are paid hourly, with a typical rate of between $18 to $20 per hour, and should expect to work approximately 20 - 30 hours per week.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 19, 2026, before 12 pm PST. The position may close early if the application limit is met.
Is the internship remote?
The internship is hybrid, with most work conducted remotely but fellows should expect to commute and work from their local CEO office, at least 2 days per week.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include a strong desire to change the status quo, optimism about criminal legal reform, experience in community organizing, and the ability to speak from personal experience with confidence.
How to apply
Apply directly on Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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