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Description: Exciting opportunity to join a progressive campaign for New York City Council that is at the forefront of public policy, community development, and civic engagement. This is not your average internship of copying, filing or field only. You will join a team with experienced professionals where you will be able to contribute your ideas and participate in a successful campaign so that you gain the necessary skills to secure a job after the internship. Background: Pedro Alvarez is currently a candidate to represent the Yankee Stadium area in the S. Bronx in the New York City Council where he hopes to use his experience and skills as a successful entrepreneur, community advocate and Educational manager to make NYC District 16th a better place for everyone. He currently serves as a member of Community Board 4 in the Bronx. He is also a chairman for the Family Life Academy Charter School (FLACS), one of the top charter schools in NY State. He was the co-founder of the American Latin Association of NY (ALANY), the 170th street Merchant association, Dominican American Senior Citizen Center inc. among others. His progressive ideals keep him working closely with the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Application Details: This position reports directly to the campaign manager. It will be an unpaid internship and applicants should attempt to secure academic credit. We will provide a metro card or lunch money. Interns must commit to working at least ten hours a week during the semester, with preference given to candidates who can work more hours and more challenging assignments and responsibilities offered to interns who work more hours a week. Positions are open immediately and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.