We are looking for energetic, motivated individuals to join our team!

Established in 2022, Western Native Voice, Inc. is a domestic Montana Nonprofit Corporation and social welfare nonprofit under Section 501(c)(4) under the Internal Revenue Code. Western Native Voice works to nurture and empower new native leaders and impact policies affecting Native Americans through community organizing, education, leadership, and advocacy. We are engaged on all seven Montana Indian reservations and engaged in major Montana urban centers because approximately half of Montana’s native population lives off the reservation.

Western Native Voice Fall Intern

Qualifications:

  • Ability to interact effectively and productively with the general public
  • A team player who can work productively both independently and with others
  • Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines
  • An understanding of the economic and political issues that affect Indian Country, or a willingness to learn about the issues
  • Able and willing to work on weekends and evenings

Responsibilities:

  • Research (including, but not limited to) population distribution, demographics, policies, Native voting patterns, funding opportunities
  • Assist in preparing materials to register and mobilize Native voters and educate communities on issues affecting Indian Country.
  • Assist in planning, coordinating, and attending outreach events such as setting up information/voter registration tables, events such as area powwows, tribal college events, and other community activities.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating materials for additional staff to conduct direct canvass outreach events.
  • Assist in networking with community leaders, and recruit local volunteers and other supporters to build support for Native voting.
  • Assist in working closely with tribal, county, state, and federal governments (tribal councils/legislatures, county commissioners, election administrators, etc.)

Key Competencies:

  • A heartfelt commitment to improving Native American communities in Montana
  • Attending classes in a college, university, or high school
  • No Physical Requirements

Benefits of internships with Western Native Voice:

  • Build relationship-building experience and skills
  • Broaden research and writing strategies and skills
  • Learn community organizing skills
  • Gain knowledge of issues/policies pertaining to Montana’s Indian Country
  • Learn about the historical perspective of culture in politics, history, and the power of the Native Vote
  • Professional development in a workforce environment, opportunities for leadership development

How to apply: Send resume and contact information for three references to info@westernnativevoice.org