Position Details:
Through the building of economic mobility and stability for formerly incarcerated people, our project provides outreach, awareness, and visibility to the most marginalized and vulnerable populations in our nation. Systematically oppressed and denied opportunities for independence and generational wealth, formerly incarcerated people struggle to break free of the justice system often with little success. WITNESS’ initiative The MAP Project embraces cultural inclusivity and the advancement of FIP-led services and businesses through promotion, advocacy, and storytelling.
Responsibilities and Expected Outcomes:
- Working with WITNESS staff to find formerly incarcerated (FIP)-led services and businesses all over the country. We have a special focus on FIP Indigenous business owners
- Researching potential services and businesses through google, newspaper articles and websites
- Adding listings each week
Qualifications, Credentials, and Technical Skills Required:
- Dedicated to a detail-oriented project
- May be involved in high-level client contact and exposure to sensitive information, and must use considerable tact, diplomacy, and judgment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
This internship will run from the summer, through the fall, with an option to extend into the spring semester. Because this is an unpaid internship, Witness to Mass Incarceration is happy to provide recommendations or references for all interns. In terms of internship credit, some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.
About Witness: Mission and Vision
Witness to Mass Incarceration (WITNESS) is dedicated to fostering economic independence for formerly incarcerated (FIP), system-impacted, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We achieve this by building a hub of excellence in entrepreneurship and innovation, offering comprehensive vocational training, social enterprise solutions, and robust support systems. Our mission is to cultivate economic independence, reduce recidivism, and nurture generational wealth, while dismantling systemic barriers and advancing equality for all we serve.
