In the Women’s and Gender Studies Program, we strongly encourage students to participate in an internship during their academic career. Those who have participated found them an excellent way to find out what kind of work they might want to do after graduation and make connections with people in the community.
Below is a list of organizations with whom WGS already has established relationships and would be suitable for WGS internship credit via CASC 395 (Internship in Arts and Sciences).
UNL Gender and Sexuality Center
They employ 1-2 paid intern(s) per summer through the Hall Internship. Applications open annually during the spring semester. Those interested in volunteering must complete a volunteer application. Until further notice, please email the Gender and Sexuality Center for applications.
UNL Gender and Sexuality Center
Contact: JD McCown
Center for Advocacy, Response & Education (CARE)
CARE advocates are here to help navigate campus and community resources. CARE also facilitates violence prevention on campus through trainings such as the Sexual Assault and Relationship (SARV) workshops, which are conducted by a team of undergraduate peer educators. CARE believes in the strength and resilience of individuals and communities impacted by power-based violence. We offer a safe, inclusive, survivor-centered space while providing confidential support focused on individual needs and concerns.
UNL Center for Advocacy, Response & Education (CARE)
Contact: Meredith Cain at care@unl.edu or 402-472-3553
ACLU of Nebraska
Undergraduate students and law students, visit here for more information. Also, the ACLU encourages interested students to watch its website and social media channels for information on internships and clerkships.
Contact: Maria Funk, 402-476-8091
Asian Community and Cultural Center
offers part-time, unpaid internships in several core areas, including: grant writing, community health, program development, and youth projects.
The Asian Community & Cultural Center
Contact: Joy Oyebefun at joy@lincolnasiancenter.org, or 402-477-3446
Civic Nebraska
Civic Nebraska creates a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans. Employment and paid internship opportunities may be available. Collective Impact Lincoln supports resident-led investment and positive change in the city’s core neighborhoods. Through canvassing, community events, and Community Builder Workshops, we help neighbors examine their communities’ strengths and identify new ways to improve.
Contact: Director of People and Culture, Nicholette Meyer at nicholette.meyer@civicnebraska.org
Community Action Partnership
Community Action empowers people living in poverty to reach economic stability. To apply, fill out the volunteer/intern application and CAP will work to find you a placement if openings are available.
Contact: Sam Bates (Community Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator) at sbates@communityactionatwork.org
Friendship Home
Friendship Home’s mission exists to support, shelter and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their children. Interns work one-on-one with women as advocates, respond to crisis situations, facilitate conflict resolution, and take phone calls. They may help educate women about domestic violence, provide information and referral services.
Contact: Reiney Korte
League of Women Voters
The League’s aim is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in their government. The League’s major project is registering voters, educating voters and policy advocacy/lobbying on public policy issues. Interns may assist with voter registration in the community, schools, and nursing homes and community events; voter education forums on policy or with candidate forums sponsored by the League; speakers, moderators or technical assistance; updating educational materials such as the directory of Election Officials or organizational materials such as the members Yearbook/roster or the Lincoln League's program policy position publication, Impact on Issues.
Contact: Mary Boschult or Sharon Nemeth
Nebraska Appleseed
Nonprofit organization that fights for justice and opportunity for all Nebraskans, taking a systemic approach to complex issues.
Nebraska Civic Engagement Table
As part of their mission to develop the next generation of nonprofit leaders in Nebraska, the Nebraska Civic Engagement Table offers a paid internship program open to any person seeking experience in field organizing and/or communications work as it relates to civic engagement, advocacy, public policy. and nonprofit leadership.
Nebraska Civic Engagement Table
OutNebraska
A statewide education and advocacy organization working to celebrate and empower the LGBTQ+ community across the state. We have 3 main focus areas: advocate, educate and celebrate. Possible internship projects include providing educational sessions to nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies; tracking legislation and preparing policy summaries; learning about relational organizing and participating in phone and/or text banks; registering voters and engaging in Get Out the Vote activities. Administrative, communication and marketing opportunities also are possible.
Parents Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
PFLAG has a threefold mission: support, education, and advocacy. Interns would assist with monthly Tuesday night meetings, do minimal research, and initiate and participate in special projects including social media reach-out, and organizing food-centered gatherings (July and November). Students with social media experience are highly desired.
PFLAG – Parents Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
Planned Parenthood – North Central States
Planned Parenthood provides health care for women in the areas of gynecological exams, pap smears, STDs, birth control, and provides information and education programs for parents and teenagers about human sexuality, encouraging communication. Interns engage in clinical work, community education, public affairs, preparation of education materials for families and children, stuffing envelopes, advocacy work, telephone calling, etc.
Planned Parenthood – North Central States
St. Monica's
St. Monica’s offers a supportive and therapeutic environment for women dealing with the issue of substance use and mental health.
Voices of Hope
Interns provide a variety of direct services to victims/clients of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, and adult survivors of childhood abuses. These services include face-to-face crisis intervention through “in-house” shifts, individual brief short-term crisis counseling, crisis line, on-call advocacy, and group facilitation.
Lizeth or Lindsey for more information and/or an application.
YWCA
The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The YWCA community contributes time, talent, tenacity and financial support for the betterment of women everywhere. The YWCA is a powerful voice for the rights of women and is a community united by a passion for positive social change, justice and economic empowerment.
How to Proceed
To learn more about other internship opportunities, contact the CAS Career Coaches and use Handshake. These will require prior approval.
The student would be responsible for initiating contact with the organization and determining what opportunities they may have. The student should then reach out to Professor Jiling Duan at jduan6@unl.edu for approval and to initiate the process of enrollment in CASC 395.