Become an Intern

Development and Communications Internship

A college student who is interested in LGBTQ+ advocacy, nonprofit management, and/or socially-conscious children’s literature.

The intern hired for this position will need to have a passion for LGBTQ+ issues and ideally have an interest in youth outreach. This person will be working directly with the Founder, Development Coordinator, and other team members on social media, development research, and administrative tasks. They will also be included in discussions regarding the direction and activities of the organization.

Who You Are

Responsibilities

Social Media

Post weekly on LinkedIn and create a calendar of posts, which will repurpose content from our other profiles
Design graphics and edit videos for social media posts
Research articles that we can feature on our social media
Write blog posts about our workshop(s) and other events
Communicate with potential blog contributors

Development

Research corporations for possible grants or sponsorship and fundraising strategies
Write/proofread parts of grant applications (with assistance from Founder, Development Coordinator, and others)
Track grant applications currently in progress
Support the fall online Banned Together Fundraiser

Administration

Reach out to teachers for testimonials to support communications and development
Perform data entry for workshops, book requests, and online auction on Google Sheets
Attend monthly team meeting
Attend quarterly Professional Development Workshop
Support the founder in creating and writing emails using MailChimp

Requirements

Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong research and writing skills
Ability to juggle multiple projects
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Passion for PLP’s mission

Time Commitment

Flexible, remote
10 hours/week
Stipend available

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to info@prideandlessprejudice.org

Summer Internships 2024 have been filled.

We will be accepting applications for Fall 2024 interns now until July 15th.

OUR PAST AND CURRENT INTERNS

Amanda Leonard

“I had a blast working for Pride and Less prejudice during the summer of 2021! The team is genuine and friendly, highly collaborative, and fully committed to the organization’s mission. Even in a virtual setting, I was enthusiastically included in all-team meetings and strategy sessions and afforded multiple opportunities to execute high-level projects tailored to my particular interests. As a recent graduate, I can say with confidence that the skills I acquired at PLP have helped me succeed in subsequent roles and move forward in my career. This is a great internship for anyone interested in LGBTQ+ advocacy, communications, nonprofit fundraising, and/or the literary world!”

PLP Summer Intern ‘21

“During my internship with Pride and Less Prejudice, I could see that what I was doing was helping to create positive impacts on teachers and students. I think that was one of the most exciting things about my experience.”

PLP Summer/Fall Intern ‘21

Alex Gaines

Gabriel Morillo

“As a passionate social justice activist, it felt rewarding and thrilling to work with PLP. I always strive to make this world a more inclusive and open-minded environment. With PLP, I felt like I was a step closer to making that happen. Not only do I get to learn from professionals, but I get to meet sweet people who are friendly yet passionate about their work. Thank you, PLP."

PLP Summer Intern ‘22

“My internship experience with PLP was very rewarding, enriching, and eye opening. Being able to be a part of the inner workings of this organization and witnessing each team member's dedication to PLP's mission was very insightful and illuminating. For me, being a part of the PLP team meant being able to contribute to making classrooms more inclusive for young children, and being able to help young children see themselves represented in the books they are reading!”

PLP Summer/Fall Intern ‘22

Olivia Thornton

Isabella Liang

“While working at PLP, I learned about the importance of inclusivity and diversity education, which made me even more determined to become an educator in the future. Even though it is virtual, I got to collaborate with team members with different career backgrounds, which made me feel like being part of the team and contributing something meaningful in support of PLP’s mission.”

PLP Fall/Winter Intern ‘22

Nicole Caldwell

“I’ve been working as an intern with Pride and Less Prejudice for a couple of months and I’ve already had the opportunity to work on various exciting projects that I believe are really making a difference for the organization and our mission. In addition to feeling grateful to be contributing to an organization making a direct difference in the lives of children, I’m learning much more than I expected after such a short time. The most valuable aspect of the internship is the amazing team. It’s fantastic to collaborate with and learn from talented and passionate people from across the country in an environment where everyone is a valued contributor. I’m so grateful to be working with the entire team at PLP!”

PLP Winter Intern ‘23

Lori Hashasian

While interning for PLP, I had the flexibility to work on many different projects and learn the ins and outs of running a non-profit. One of the main projects I worked on throughout the summer was helping to organize their annual Banned Together Virtual Auction that takes place during Banned Books Week in October. As part of this effort, I learned how to reach out for donations, helped to plan and create social media posts to advertise, and organized items on the backend of the website. This project opened my eyes up to the various types of work that go into running a single event and taught me how to coordinate when working with a team.

My favorite part of this internship was learning more about banned books and reflecting on the importance of literary representation in my own life. Reading PLP’s featured books and the testimonials from teachers who received them filled my heart with so much joy and made me proud of the impact my work had.

PLP Summer Intern ‘23

Delilah Delgado

My time working with PLP was educational, informative, and transformational. Over the course of five months, I gained experience in various online platforms and databases, as well as communication and collaboration skills. As someone hoping to pursue a career in children’s publishing, the opportunity to help research potential 2024-25 book features was absolutely invaluable; the experience provided me with an in-depth knowledge of current authors, illustrators, and trends in picture book publishing. It was amazing to watch projects or events that I contributed towards come to fruition, and I was moved by the testimonials and feedback from educators and parents. I felt incredibly supported by the entire PLP team—a collection of motivated, talented, tremendously kind individuals. I am eternally grateful for my time interning with PLP!

PLP Winter Intern ‘24

Tri Ho

During my time with PLP in the spring of 2024, I deeply valued the opportunity to engage with LGBTQ+ issues and contribute to impactful youth outreach. A significant aspect of this was my direct involvement with the organization's founder and the tight-knit team, which allowed me to hone my skills in managing social media platforms, researching and writing grant applications, and engaging in professional development workshops and monthly meetings. These experiences have enriched my understanding of organizational strategies and enhanced my professional acumen. Overall, my experience with PLP has strengthened my communications and administrative skills and deepened my commitment to LGBTQ+ advocacy and inclusivity in educational contexts.