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KIP Spring 2025 - Research Intern - Act

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Stand Together

Oct 18, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Research & Development

Requirements

  • Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance!
  • Act is seeking an energetic and detail-focused intern with a self-starter mentality to work with our Expansion Committee.
  • This position will focus on researching topics related to Act’s work and scaling to new cities, reviewing data, preparing written and verbal communications used by the Expansion, Advancement and Leadership teams at Act.
  • The ideal intern is engaging, interested in translating research and data into written memos and presentations, and excited to learn more about Act’s mission and vision and impact on the communities we serve.
  • The intern will report to the Vice President of Advancement and serve on the Advancement team.

Responsibilities

  • Research topics related to Act’s work and scaling to new cities.
  • Review data.
  • Prepare written and verbal communications used by the Expansion, Advancement and Leadership teams at Act.
  • Help write and design presentations.
  • Draft memos to prepare team members for meeting with future partners and scholars.
  • Inform strategic growth and show implications of policy on Act’s model.
  • Work cross-departmentally.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Koch Internship Program (KIP)?

The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 10-week experiential learning program.

How many hours per week is the internship?

The internship can be full-time at 40 hours per week or part-time at 28 hours per week.

What is the stipend amount for interns?

Interns will receive either a $5,500 stipend for full-time participation or a $3,300 stipend for part-time participation.

What organization is this internship with?

This internship is with Act, a Christian legal non-profit organization focused on neighborhood safety and equipping underserved residents to combat crime.

What are the main responsibilities of the intern?

The intern will focus on researching topics related to Act’s work, reviewing data, preparing written and verbal communications, designing presentations, drafting memos, and working cross-departmentally.

Who will the intern report to during the internship?

The intern will report to the Vice President of Advancement and will serve on the Advancement team.

Is there a preference for the kind of candidates that will be considered?

Yes, the ideal intern is engaging, detail-focused, and interested in translating research and data into written memos and presentations.

Are there any professional development opportunities during the internship?

Yes, Stand Together Fellowships hosts virtual professional development sessions every Thursday during the internship.

What is the mission of Act?

Act’s mission is to make neighborhood safety a normal reality for everyone by empowering underserved residents to fight crime using the civil justice system.

Does the internship offer opportunities for networking?

Yes, the Advancement team hosts service opportunities and networking events as part of their responsibilities.

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Stand Together

Non-profit
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Stand Together is a philanthropic community. We help America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems. Our partners include nonprofit leaders, educators, Fortune 50 CEOs, NFL legends, civil rights leaders, Grammy-winning musicians, and grassroots activists. We help them transform their results by providing access to capabilities including funding to build capacity, a unique national network to reach scale, and a playbook for applying principles that are proven to help organizations grow and thrive. Together, we are driving solutions on economic opportunity, education, healthcare, bridging partisan divides, and dozens of other pressing issues. Explore how partnering with Stand Together can transform your results.

Benefits

  • Healthy Body

    Healthcare needs are different for everyone. That’s why we offer multiple plan options with generous company contributions towards individual and dependent premiums, so you can choose the coverage level best suited to your needs. Medical Plans Comprehensive medical plan options, including prescription drug coverage, are available through CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependents. Dental Plans Select from two available plan options through MetLife Dental that cover diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and major care, as well as orthodontics. Vision Care Plan Vision benefits through VSP provide extensive coverage for routine eye examinations, contacts, eyeglass lenses and frames. Fitness The Peloton fitness benefit provides unlimited access to a growing library of live streaming and on-demand classes at no out-of-pocket cost as well as discounts on Peloton equipment.

  • Healthy Mind

    As a community of passionate and dedicated professionals focused on making a difference, we recognize you need time to recharge and care for yourself and your loved ones. Our policies and resources help make that wellbeing a priority. Mental Health The Talkspace benefit provides you and your dependents age 13+ with convenient, personal, and professional mental health support at no out-of-pocket cost. Flexible Time Off The flexible time off policy positions you to take vacation and sick leave as needed. This policy is rooted in mutual trust between you and your supervisor to effectively advance our goals. Parental Leave Paid parental leave is available to all employees to provide bonding time for the birth, adoption, or fostering of a baby/child. Holidays We recognize twelve paid holidays each year.

  • Healthy Finances

    Financial security is easier to achieve when you have the resources to plan. We have curated programs to help you prepare for your future and address unexpected events. 401k Pre- and post-tax contributions, and competitive dollar-for-dollar matching with immediate eligibility and vesting can help you meet your retirement goals. Pre-Tax Saving Accounts Flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, and health savings accounts with employer match provide pre-tax savings opportunities to cover eligible expenses, all while reducing your taxable income. Life & Disability Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement, and protecting your income with short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage help round out our comprehensive healthy finance benefit offerings. Commuter Assistance Plans We offer options to offset the cost of commuting into our Arlington, VA offices. Our HQ-based staff can select either onsite parking at no additional cost or a monthly allowance for WMATA/Metro.