OU College Democrats

Interns Wanted

2010-05-25T17:18:00.001-04:00

Statewide Democratic campaign seeks dedicated, hard-working students interested in interning on a fast-paced and exciting campaign. You must be organized, driven, reliable, committed to Democratic ideals and principles and be able to work at least ten hours a week. There are opportunities in all facets of the campaign, and opportunities for growth and/or a permanent position for the right people. We promise it will be a rewarding, fulfilling and fun experience, which will leave interns well-prepared to work on campaigns throughout the country.

We will work with faculty if you seek course credit for your internship. Please send your resume and a cover letter with the title "Internship" to David Wishinsky at dwishinsky@ohiodems.org to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Strickland Campaign Looking For Interns

2010-05-25T17:13:00.002-04:00

The downtown Columbus Strickland campaign office is looking for finance interns that can commit ten hours a week to the campaign. If there are any political science majors interested in campaign fundraising, please contact Ben Pollock at pollock@tedstrickland.com or 740-974-9764. They would love to have some Bobcats working on the campaign!

Relay for Life 2010!

2010-04-22T15:41:00.002-04:00

On May 21st and 22nd members of OUCD will be walking the track at the Athens County Fairgrounds for Relay for Life. This is an annual event where OUCD joins with other organizations from across the University to raise money for cancer research. We've been raising money for months to contribute to this cause but we can always use some help!

Please help our team fight cancer by contributing to the Trotting Donkeys. Even a few dollars can help us reach our goal!

Donate now !

This year has been our most successful year of fundraising for this effort, but our work doesn't stop until May 21st. Thanks for your support!

Internship Information with DART Center

2010-04-22T15:34:00.001-04:00

Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice Available to OU students and alums!

The Direct Action & Research Training (DART) Center will be on the OU campus on Wed., May 5 @ 7PM in the Baker University Center, Rm 231 to discuss careers in the field of community organizing with students interested in empowering their communities and working for social change.

Please RSVP if you are interested by contacting Hannah Wittmer at hannah@thedartcenter.org or calling 785.841.2680 with your name, phone #, email address and school.

After years of research into best practices, experimentation, evaluation, and refinement, the Organizers Institute has become THE elite field school in the training of grassroots community organizers in the country.

DART is now accepting applications for the 2010 DART Organizers Institute, the paid, four-month field school for people interested in launching a career in community organizing. Participants will undergo a combined classroom and field training covering such topics as:

* Entering a community
* Identifying and training local leaders
* Strategic planning and issue cutting
* Relationship and community building
* Direct Action on community issues
* Fundraising

The DART Center has built coalitions throughout the country that have won important victories on a broad set of justice issues including:

* Education reform in low-performing public schools
* Job Training
* Drugs and Violence
* Criminal Recidivism
* Living Wage
* Neighborhood Revitalization
* Predatory Lending
* Affordable Housing, etc.

The DART Organizers Institute combines a 7-day classroom orientation with 15 weeks of infield training at a DART host organization. This is a paid training program that includes: a $7,000 living stipend, transportation to the classroom orientation and host city, and mileage reimbursement during the infield training. Room, board, and tuition will also be paid by DART during the 7-day classroom training. After successful completion of the program, DART will work to place graduates into permanent full time salaried positions ranging from ($32-35,000/year for Associate Organizers and $35-40,000 for Lead Organizers starting salary + health & benefits). DART is a 501(c)(3) organization, therefore, employees of the DART Network are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness under the recently enacted College Cost Reduction and Access Act. For more information on Public Service Loan Forgiveness, visitwww.ibrinfo.org.

Graduates from the four month DART Organizers Institute have gone onto accept Executive Director and Associate Community Organizing positions throughout the country.

The 7-day classroom orientation and 15-week infield training start in July 2010. Training locations will include placements in several states around the country.

Although it may be helpful, no direct experience is necessary. Organizer Trainees (OTs) hired to participate in the DART Organizers Institute must demonstrate a desire to pursue community organizing as a long-term professional career. A master's degree, JD, or similar life experience is preferred though not necessary. Candidates must have a college degree or be graduating prior to July 2010. Also, candidates must display a workmanlike diligence, be driven to produce sustained results, have proven capacity to build relationships of trust, create and execute a plan, act professionally, feel comfortable working with religious institutions, be accountable and willing to hold others accountable, demonstrate disciplined thought and action, and work in a team setting. OTs must also have access to a car during their training and be flexible regarding relocation. Fluency in Spanish/English is a plus and people of color are encouraged to apply.

Low and moderate income communities across the country are feeling the bite of recession on issues like healthcare, education, employment, and housing. At the same time, the field of community organizing has obtained more legitimacy and interest than ever before given its recent profile in the 2008 presidential election. Low and moderate income communities are in need of passionate and talented individuals with the dedication and skills necessary to transform communities. Now is the time to stand up for social and economic justice.

To find out more about DART or to apply, we encourage you to contact: Hannah Wittmer, DART Network, 820 New York Street Lawrence, KS 66044 or by email: hannah@thedartcenter.org. If you have any questions, please call: (785) 841-2680. Also, you can download applications or view profiles from previous OTs at the DART website: www.thedartcenter.org.

University of Dreams Internship Program

2010-04-22T15:30:00.001-04:00

The University of Dreams, an internship program in Chicago, works to connect college students with Chicago employers to fill their summer internship positions. Among many others, the following companies are looking for interns now through our program:

· Starcom MediaVest: www.starcomworldwide.com

· Live Nation: www.livenation.com

· Free People: www.freepeople.com

· Merrill Lynch: www.ml.com

· G2 Promotional Marketing: www.g2.com

We've had more than 75 OU students participate in our Chicago program over the past five years. I know you're the President of College Democrats, so I thought I'd e-mail you in hopes that you could send these opportunities out to your organization so we can match these companies with a qualified intern.

We’re similar to a study abroad, meaning that the program is tuition-based and all logistics are coordinated for you – housing, meals, transportation, academic credit, weekend and networking events, a guaranteed internship in the industry of your choice and more.

For more info contact Hallie Wilson (p. 773.904.7227| e: Hallie@uofdreams.com | w. chicagointernships.com)

Paid internship with Grassroots Campaigns

2010-03-02T14:39:00.002-05:00

Right now is a critical turning point for our country. Our generation is facing unprecedented problems ranging from global warming to hunger and poverty to social injustices and human abuses. The reality is that it doesn't have to be this way. We have the opportunity to remake America, but it will be up to us to ensure that resident Obama and our leaders in DC work to restore our civil and human rights, build a clean energy future and work towards ending global poverty.

Call us here to find out more: 1-877-355-4-JOB
WEBSITE: www.grassrootscampaigns.com

Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. (GCI) is a national organization that specializes in building grassroots support for progressive organizations and good causes. We are currently hiring students across the country to take part in our campaigns for the summer. Grassroots Campaigns' current and past clients include the country like the ACLU, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, OXFAM, League of Conservation Voters and ASPCA. Locations include: CA, CO, IL, MA, MN, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA and Washington DC

ATTENTION SENIORS:
Grassroots Campaigns is hiring graduating seniors to work full time running our campaign offices as Citizen Outreach Directors and Field Organizers across the country! If you are interested, please email your resume and cover letter to Mari Schimmer: mschimmer@grassrootscampaigns.com or visit our website www.grassrootscampaigns.com and you can apply online.

For more information contact: Mari Schimmer, (617)338-7800.
OR - Join us at one of our info sessions above to apply!

Internships with Ohio PIRG

2010-03-02T14:34:00.001-05:00

This term, become a Ohio PIRG intern and you can help to solve the big problems that our country faces!

Find out more at: http://www.studentpirgs.org/internships

Right now, our top priorities are supporting the relief efforts in Haiti. We're also running campaigns on stopping global warming, improving public transit, and fighting hunger and homelessness, among others!
Possible internships include:

· Organizing a fundraising drive to support relief efforts in Haiti
· Gathering video petitions to convince our senators to support for clean energy
· Lobbying faculty members to build up support to make textbooks more affordable
As an intern you'll also learn valuable skills like working with the media, public speaking, and organizing large events.

Sign up for an info session today: http://www.studentpirgs.org/internships

Thanks,

Chase
Chase Cooper
Student PIRGs
chasec@studentpirgs.org
www.studentpirgs.org

2010-02-01T22:18:00.006-05:00

Here's some information about how to stay in the loop with Ohio Young Democrats.
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Stay up to date on federal and state issues affecting young people, and get job and volunteer opportunities first!

Join OYD's Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2205113735

Follow OYD on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ohioyd

Email Chris at kromercm@muohio.edu with any items you think should be highlighted!

Internship with Strickland's Office

2010-01-20T19:15:00.003-05:00

The Washington DC office of Governor Ted Strickland (Ohio) is seeking college interns for January 2010 to May 2010. Position responsibilities include answering phones and researching legislation and federal/state policy. Interns will be encouraged to attend hearings, briefings, and other Congressional proceedings. Additional duties are available and will be assigned according to an intern’s interest and ability.

Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be highly organized and motivated, and possess a positive attitude. This internship is unpaid. College credit, if applicable, will be provided. The ideal candidate would work three full days a week or more. Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Suzette Myser (suzette.myser@governor.oh.gov) with “Internship Inquiry” in the subject line.

Internships with Lee Fisher's Campaign

2010-01-18T22:49:00.002-05:00

Lee Fisher's U.S. Senate campaign is looking for bright, motivated undergraduate and graduate students for our Fall and Winter Internship Program. Interns will have a great opportunity to take on a leadership role in the campaign and learn more about the election process. The program is intended to provide knowledge, skills and experience that each intern can apply to future challenges and professional pursuits.

There are many exciting internship positions available in the following areas: Communications, Field Organizing, Finance, IT, Operations, Political and Research. Internships are unpaid, but hours and scheduling are flexible. Generally, interns are asked to commit between 15 and 20+ hours per week to the campaign. School credit available if offered by applicant's university or college. Those interested in applying can contact Alex Duncan by phone at: 614-299-9630 or via E-mail at: alex@fisherforohio.com.

To learn more about Lee's campaign for U.S. Senate, please visit www.fisherforohio.com."Lee Fisher's U.S. Senate campaign is looking for bright, motivated undergraduate and graduate students for our Fall and Winter Internship Program. Interns will have a great opportunity to take on a leadership role in the campaign and learn more about the election process. The program is intended to provide knowledge, skills and experience that each intern can apply to future challenges and professional pursuits.

There are many exciting internship positions available in the following areas: Communications, Field Organizing, Finance, IT, Operations, Political and Research. Internships are unpaid, but hours and scheduling are flexible. Generally, interns are asked to commit between 15 and 20+ hours per week to the campaign. School credit available if offered by applicant's university or college. Those interested in applying can contact Alex Duncan by phone at: 614-299-9630 or via E-mail at: alex@fisherforohio.com.

To learn more about Lee's campaign for U.S. Senate, please visit www.fisherforohio.com.

Internships with Congressman Zack Space

2010-01-18T22:47:00.001-05:00

Ohio Congressman Zack Space (D-OH) is seeking current college students or recent college graduates wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience in a fast-paced office for a full-time or part-time spring semester internship.

We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-to-day duties. Such duties include attending briefings, answering phones, drafting constituent correspondence letters, doing legislative research and various other tasks.

The internship is unpaid, but interns will gain valuable Hill and office experience and will have access to many unique Hill opportunities. Those with ties to Ohio or the 18th Congressional District are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send a resume, cover letter detailing availability, 1-2 page writing sample and at least 2 references to oh18intern@gmail.com.

Sign up now for CDA convention!

2009-06-24T19:59:00.003-04:00

Hope everyone is having a great summer! Below is information about
this year's College Democrats of America Convention. This is a great
event, so make sure you sign up ASAP and reserve your spot!

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It's time to register for the 2009 College Democrats of America
Convention, held in Washington DC from July 23-26! To reserve your
spot for this year's convention for $65, make sure to sign up online
by July 9th. Students from across the country will be participating in
the weekend-long event; you just need to be a Democrat and a college
student to attend, so spread the word to the members of your chapter
and friends at school!

This summer's convention promises to be better than ever. We are
planning a fantastic four-day line up of trainings, community service,
and speakers from all across the Democratic political world, including
Governor and DNC Chairman Tim Kaine, Congressman Mike Honda, and
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz.

Sign up today by heading here and clicking on the
link "CDA Convention 2009". We hope to see you in Washington this
July!

Relay for Life!

2009-05-19T01:48:00.004-04:00

On May 29th and 30th members of OUCD will be walking the track at the Athens County Fairgrounds for Relay for Life. This is an annual event where OUCD joins with other organizations from across the University to raise money for cancer research. We've been raising money for months to contribute to this cause but we can always use some help!

Please help our team fight cancer by contributing to the Trotting Donkeys. Even a few dollars can help us reach our goal!

Donate now!