Policy & Communications Fellow
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50CAN, Inc.
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Policy & Communications Fellow
50CAN, Inc.
Posted 30 days ago
Internship
Nashville, Tennessee
Fully Remote
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will support research, communications, and organizational operations, contributing to statewide policy initiatives and organizational growth. They will assist with digital media, education policy research, and fundraising efforts.
Qualifications
TennesseeCAN is seeking a highly organized and motivated intern to support their work in research, communications, and organizational operations. The ideal candidate will have an interest in education policy, public policy, or nonprofit advocacy and be a strong communicator. Candidates with backgrounds in public policy, communications, or political science are preferred.
Job Description
Policy & Communications Fellow
Location: Remote (Nashville-based organization; occasional in-person optional)
Duration: 10-12 weeks (dates negotiable; Summer 2026)
Schedule: ~20 hours per week
Compensation: $20/hour
About Us
TennesseeCAN is a nonprofit advocacy organization committed to ensuring every Tennessee student has access to a high-quality education that prepares them for success in life. TennesseeCAN works with policymakers, educators, families, and community leaders to advance policies that expand opportunity and improve outcomes for students across the state.We are nonpartisan and mission-focused, working to ensure decision-makers hear directly from the communities most impacted by education policy.
TennesseeCAN is part of 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now, a nonprofit organization that helps local leaders advocate for a high-quality education for all kids, regardless of their address. 50CAN operates campaigns in Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio and Tennessee.
Internship Overview
TennesseeCAN seeks a highly organized and motivated intern to support our work in research, communications, and organizational operations. This role offers hands-on experience in policy advocacy, nonprofit development, and strategic communications.
The intern will work closely with TennesseeCAN leadership and contribute to projects that support statewide policy initiatives and organizational growth.
Communications & Digital Media
- Assist with graphics or formatting for posts
- Support development of Mailchimp newsletters
- Monitor education policy news and media coverage
- Assist with blog posts or website content
Education Policy Research
- Conduct light research on education policy & implementation
- Compile education data and reports
- Summarize policy research and legislation
- Gather political, policy, and media intelligence across Tennessee every week
Fundraising & Development
- Support event planning and fundraising outreach
- Help draft donor updates or development materials
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Interested in education policy, public policy, or nonprofit advocacy
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
- Strong communicator with strengths in creativity, discretion and writing
- Candidates with backgrounds in public policy, communications, political science preferred
What the Intern Will Gain
- Direct exposure to education policy and advocacy
- Experience with nonprofit communications and fundraising
- Opportunity to build writing and research skills
- Mentorship from nonprofit leadership
Internships at 50CAN
This position is temporary fully remote (Central Coast hours) opportunity. Candidates must reside within the state of Tennessee and have reliable transportation. The role will report directly to the TennesseeCAN Executive Director.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply through 50CAN's BambooHR portal HERE. Please submit your current resume and cover letter through the BambooHR portal.
Location
Nashville, Tennessee (Remote)
Department
TennesseeCAN
Employment Type
Intern
Minimum Experience
Entry-level
Compensation
$20/per hour up to 20 hrs a week
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50CAN, Inc.
We're a team of local leaders advocating for a high-quality education for all students, regardless of their address. 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now is a nonprofit advocacy organization that finds, connects and supports local education leaders to bring high-quality schools to their communities by providing them with the research, tools and ideas needed to create learning environments that best meet every child’s needs. 50CAN is led by CEO & Founder Marc Porter Magee and President Derrell Bradford, supporting work in communities from Hawaii to Miami, New Mexico, Connecticut, Georgia and many more. Each year, our team grows include more CANs, affiliates, fellowship communities, neighborhood initiatives, leaders-in-training and advocates like you.
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