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Student Internship / Prevention
Career Insights for Community / Political Organizer
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A Community or Political Organizer works to unite citizens around a concern, ranging from reducing environmental pollution to fighting prejudice. Can be involved in organizing and working on political campaigns to advance social goals.
$51,933 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Full or Part-time, unpaid internship for an active undergraduate or graduate level student for the Fall 2026 school semester. The successful candidate will work in-person at the Bloomington, IL office and in the Bloomington-Normal community. Responsibilities The intern will assist the McLean County Prevention Coordinator with: coordination of training events for the coalition and community, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining social media efforts (Facebook and website updates), newsletter development, community outreach, material prep and production, and research on evidence-based practices. Projects that may be supported include: Narcan education and distribution, BN Parents, and ROSC (Recovery Oriented Systems of Care). Qualifications Applicants must be self-directed and willing to engage community stakeholders in prevention efforts aimed at reducing underage drinking and other drug use in our community. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience. EOE - Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled