Attention all students and budding policy enthusiasts in Philly: Councilmember Nicolas O'Rourke is on the lookout for two interns ready to dive into the world of city lawmaking and communication. The offer? A chance to earn $20 per hour for up to 20 hours of work each week, according to the Philadelphia City Council website.
The internship spans a minimum of three months and is designed to be flexible, ideal for students grabbing the opportunity to balance coursework with practical experience. Plus, for those seeking academic credit through internships or externships, arrangements are open. It's a hybrid role, meaning you'll be toggling between remote tasks and in-person work within the city limits of Philadelphia.
Those eager to join Team O'Rourke should share a fervent commitment to improving conditions for Philadelphia's working families and possess a keen interest in public service aligned with the councilmember's political vision. The two internships come with distinct focuses: one on legislative and policy work and the other on social media and communications. But regardless of specialty, all interns are expected to chip in with constituent services and prop up office events.
As described on the Philadelphia City Council's portal, the Legislative & Policy Intern will be busy with policy research, brief writing, and attending the tread of city council sessions and committee hearings. Meanwhile, the Social Media & Communications Intern is tasked with the reins of the councilmember's official social media channels, creating engaging content, and shouldering the press releases and newsletters.
