Digital Equity and Community Advocacy Intern

Title: Digital Equity and Community Advocacy Intern (or alternative title, see below)

Reports To: Community Organizing Manager

Location: Remote or Hybrid in NYC

Duration: Flexible based on academic schedule

Hours: 10-20 hours per week

People’s Choice Communications is a worker-owned social enterprise dedicated to bridging the digital divide by providing affordable, community-owned broadband access, including $11 laptops. Our mission is rooted in community empowerment, equity, and the belief that internet access is a fundamental right.

We are committed to ensuring that internet access never prevents kids from completing their homework, job-seekers from applying for higher-wage positions, or individuals from accessing SNAP, unemployment, or other critical social benefits. By prioritizing community-driven solutions, we strive to create a future where connectivity, social mobility, and educational opportunity is accessible to all.

We are hiring interns for various roles aligned with your interests and skills. Available positions include:

Digital Equity and Community Advocacy Intern

Legislative Relations Intern

Marketing Intern

Social Media Intern

Grassroots Outreach Intern

Each position offers hands-on experience, with the flexibility to work across multiple areas or specialize based on your interests.

You’ll work closely with our team on initiatives that promote digital equity and community empowerment. We encourage innovation and are highly open to interns proposing and executing their own projects. Whether you’re passionate about advocacy campaigns, outreach strategies, or creating impactful content, we’re here to support your vision.

Community Organizing:

• Coordinate neighborhood outreach to educate residents about our services and mission.
• Work with local leaders to mobilize participation in community initiatives.
• Organize town halls, workshops, and volunteer events to promote digital equity.

Legislative Relations:

• Conduct research on policy issues and legislative developments impacting broadband access.
• Support engagement with policymakers through letter-writing campaigns, meeting preparation, and grassroots lobbying efforts.
• Draft advocacy materials, such as policy briefs and talking points.

Grassroots Outreach:

• Canvas neighborhoods to increase awareness and recruit supporters for our initiatives.
• Phone bank to engage community members, provide information, and gather feedback.
• Register new subscribers for our services, ensuring they understand available benefits.
• Train and manage volunteers for grassroots events and outreach.

Marketing:

• Plan and execute campaigns to raise awareness about our services and advocacy goals.
• Develop marketing collateral, including flyers, graphics, and press releases.
• Conduct research to target outreach campaigns effectively.

Social Media:

• Create and manage content for our social media platforms.
• Monitor trends and engage with online audiences to amplify our message.
• Analyze campaign performance to refine strategies.

• A passion for social justice, digital equity, and community empowerment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in tools like Google Suite, Canva, or voter engagement tools is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

• COLLEGE CREDIT, including swift, impactful coordination with your university to maximize independent study opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with impactful, mission-driven projects.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities within advocacy and nonprofit sectors.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic or other commitments.
• The chance to lead your own initiatives and see your ideas come to life.

To apply, send your resume, and a brief statement of interest which may include any relevant work samples (e.g., writing samples, campaign ideas, or social media posts) to perrig@peopleschoice.coop. Be sure to indicate your preferred internship title(s) and any areas of interest.