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Formed in 1997 in response to the rapid growth of the immigration detention system in the United States, the Detention Watch Network (DWN) is a coalition of individuals and organizations working to educate the public and policymakers about the injustices of the U.S. immigration detention and deportation system and advocate for humane reform. DWN members work collaboratively on public awareness, advocacy, and membership support and empowerment activities. Working with DWN is a unique opportunity to interact with, and support the work of, immigrant rights advocates across the country as we build our collective power and vision to reform the US immigration detention and deportation system.
Internship Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Policy and Advocacy, the intern will be actively involved in Network-related activities including policy research, public awareness, advocacy and membership empowerment. The intern will conduct research on a variety of issues such as privatization in the immigration detention context and the effects of mandatory detention laws on enforcement policy and practice. The intern will also have the chance to work on several ongoing DWN advocacy initiatives including the Story Project (collecting and stories of those directly impacted by detention and producing them for the website), and the Mapping Project (researching information about detention centers around the country). Other opportunities may include attending advocacy discussions, participation in outreach efforts to new communities, assisting with Network response to real time events on the ground, in the news, and on Capitol Hill, and planning for DWN’s Dignity not Detention campaign.
The internship is part time (16-20 hours a week) for 12 weeks and based in Washington, DC with an initial orientation, on-going supervision, and a final evaluation of the experience.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience: Attending college/graduate school or recently graduated and thinking seriously about career direction. Knowledge of immigrant rights or social justice issues is a plus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient computer skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database software, strong organizational skills, proficiency in English, the ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse populations, and an interest in learning about immigration detention issues.
Benefits:
Benefits include a $600 stipend, flexible working hours, a convenient location in DC, and an opportunity to gain organizational, non-profit and coalition experience. This internship offers exposure to detention-related issues and opportunities to be introduced to the larger advocacy community.
How to Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and references to Emily Tucker at etucker@detentionwatchnetwork.org.
