Government Accountability Project

The intern will support Dana Gold, Senior Director of Advocacy & Strategy and Director of the Democracy Protection Initiative, in advancing Know Your Rights initiatives and implementing GAP’s methodology of protecting whistleblowers and ensuring their disclosures promote government and corporate accountability.

Responsibilities may include assisting with advocacy campaigns, research and writing on critical issues like democracy protection, scientific integrity, immigration detention abuses, public health, safety and the environment, and drafting communications and educational materials for strategic initiatives. Strong research, writing, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Moderate Supervision: Intern will meet with their supervisor regularly, but will be given the opportunity to work on independent projects.

Our work environment is highly collaborative, with frequent opportunities to work across departments to complete projects and tasks. It is fast-paced and dynamic, driven by a team of passionate individuals who are deeply committed to making a difference. Professionalism, teamwork, and a shared dedication to our mission are central to our office culture, fostering a supportive and inspiring atmosphere.

This Director's Internship Host will potentially host additional undergraduate interns outside of the Director's Internship Program.

• Graphic Design
• Social Media Management & Marketing
• Coding & Programming
• Statistical & Data Analysis
• Foreign Language Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for drafting advocacy materials, conducting outreach, and summarizing findings. Statistical and data analysis are helpful skills that can be applied to conduct creative instrumental research, such as analyzing intake trends or creating and conducting surveys. Familiarity with legal and ethical frameworks, as well as an ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, is highly valued.

• Access to high-speed Wi-Fi
• Personal laptop
• Smart Phone
• Web Camera