Fall 2026 Advocacy & Outreach Intern 

SAVE (Safeguarding American Values for Everyone) is an umbrella organization consisting of SAVE Foundation (C3), SAVE Inc (C4), and SAVE Action PAC. SAVE is South Florida's leading organization dedicated to protecting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender against discrimination. Since 1993, SAVE has advocated for equal rights for persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities since 1993. We accomplish this through grassroots action. In 2014, SAVE updated Miami-Dade's Human Rights Ordinance to include gender identity and gender expression. In 2015, SAVE launched its prejudice reduction program to reduce transphobia through face-to-face conversations. In 2022, SAVE Action PAC will engage in campaigns to defeat conservative and religious-based attacks on LGBTQ+ people. SAVE's field efforts ensure equality is won by doing public education, legislative advocacy, and electing pro-equality candidates at the local level that will be critical in advancing equality for LGBTQ+ people. Our work will include deep canvassing to combat opposition to low-income housing development, countering misinformation and voter suppression campaigns designed to undermine our democracy, and electing pro-equality candidates up and down the ballot in critical elections.

 

Advocacy & Outreach Intern Job Description:

The Advocacy & Outreach Intern will work closely with SAVE’s Advocacy & Outreach team to engage residents in civic participation and support grassroots organizing efforts that advance LGBTQ+ rights in South Florida. Interns will take part in community outreach strategies such as commission meetings, town halls, and organizing advocacy actions. Key responsibilities include assisting in advocacy initiatives, helping constituents connect with elected officials, and tracking municipal commission meetings across 65 cities to identify entry points for improving Municipal Equality Index (MEI) scores. Interns will also support advocacy trips to legislative sessions, assist with the "Story Booth" and digitization efforts for the SAVE History Project, and complete a comprehensive capstone project for presentation to the SAVE Board of Directors. This position is ideal for undergraduate students interested in public policy, political science, social justice, and LGBTQ+ community empowerment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support SAVE’s advocacy initiatives (e.g., Advocacy is Pride) by focusing on municipal and state policies that promote equality and social justice.

• Engage and mobilize constituents through door-to-door and phone outreach to build support for key advocacy issues and drive participation in legislative sessions and direct actions.

• Track and attend municipal commission meetings across 65 municipalities in Miami-Dade and Broward counties to identify legislative entry points for improving Municipal Equality Index (MEI) scores.

• Coordinate the planning and execution of advocacy sessions, trips, and events designed to influence lawmakers and advance LGBTQ+ rights.

• Assist in the execution of SAVE-led events, including fundraising (e.g., Champions of Equality Gala), civic engagement (e.g., voter registration), and youth programs (e.g., Youth Leadership Conference).

• Support the development of the “Story Booth” project, creating opportunities to preserve and share community narratives as part of SAVE’s LGBT History Month initiatives.

• Complete a comprehensive capstone project, culminating in a formal presentation of findings and impact to the SAVE Board of Directors.

Additionally, the Fall 2026 cohort will be central to our seasonal advocacy programs, specializing in grassroots mobilization and direct constituent contact through various field-based initiatives.

 

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in political science, psychology, sociology, or a related discipline or recent graduate(s)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse communities.

• Passion for social justice and LGBTQ+ rights, with an interest in advocacy and policy change.

• Comfortable speaking with strangers and connecting people with their elected officials.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks related to advocacy & outreach efforts.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to meeting deadlines.

• Reliable access to a smartphone and laptop for use during the internship period.

• Willingness to attend occasional weekend and weeknight events.

• Must have reliable transportation to attend events in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. 

 

• Location: Hybrid

• Compensation: $20/hour for up to 20 hours/week

• Internship Period: September 21, 2026 - December 11, 2026 (12 weeks)

  • Onboarding will be conducted on Monday, September 21, 2026, 10am - 2pm. 

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• How to Apply: Please submit a resume, a cover letter, a copy of unofficial transcripts using this link by August 23, 2026: https://history649.wixforms.com/f/7450942722694710476 

 

Please ensure your resume and cover letter includes the following, but not limited to:

• Proven experience or interest in grassroots organizing, including door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, or community outreach for political campaigns or advocacy organizations.

• Demonstrated success in mobilizing students, constituents, obtaining petition signatures, or coordinating letter-writing campaigns to influence policy or actions.

• Experience or interest in municipal policy research, including tracking legislative agendas or analyzing government indices (such as the MEI).

• A background or interest in assisting with the logistics of fundraising events, youth leadership programs, or community-led initiatives.

• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear reports or presentations.

 

If you have any questions please reach out to internships@save.lgbt.

 

Application Timeline: 

• Applications are due August 24, 2026.

• We'll begin reviewing applications the week of August 24, 2026.

• Selected applicants will be invited to virtual interviews during the weeks of August 31 and September 7, 2026.

• Final decisions will be announced by September 11, 2026.