Policy & Communications Fellow
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
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
Were 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 50CANs BambooHR portal HERE. Please submit your current resume and cover letter through the BambooHR portal.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
