Food & Water Watch is a leading consumer advocacy organization that runs dynamic, cutting edge campaigns that challenge the corporate control and abuse of our food and water resources, empower people to take action and transform the public consciousness about what we eat and drink. Since 2005, we have won significant victories to protect our food and water. Our work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post and other major media outlets. For more information check out our website at www.foodandwaterwatch.org. We are currently seeking interns to work in our Washington, DC office. Interns will have the benefit of learning critical research, grassroots organizing and advocacy skills from experienced staff. Internships are available in our collegial office environment during any of the following terms. Spring, Fall: This position may be full- or part-time (~15 hours per week minimum). Spring dates are January-May. Fall term dates are September – December. Summer: This position is full-time and runs for 10 weeks during May-August. Small stipends may be available for summer interns. Our Fish Program challenges the privatization of our ocean resources, educates the public to promote sustainable seafood consumption, and fights for the interests of small fishermen and coastal communities which deliver consumers safe and healthy seafood. The fish program is currently accepting applications for an advocacy and research internship. Projects may include • Coordinating campaign events to engage citizens and pressure targets • Assisting in media outreach to educate millions of people • Producing printed and online materials such as action alerts, newsletters, and activist guides • Researching emerging issues to move campaigns forward • Signing new allies onto campaign, such as religious groups, labor groups, elected officials, citizen activists, businesses and students Responsibilities • Develop and maintain a semester plan with Campaign Organizer • Bottom-line at least one element of the campaign • Participate in mid- and end of semester evaluations • Maintain strong records of work and assist with database development • Hold regular office hours and participate in weekly meetings with Campaign staff

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