Legislative & Advocacy Aide Intern at PRAB, Inc. in East Brunswick, NJ

Summary: PRAB, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated intern to assist in strengthening relationships with policymakers and supporting advocacy initiatives for low-income, immigrant, and Latino communities in Central New Jersey. The intern will track legislation, draft policy documents, and support advocacy campaigns while gaining real-world experience in public affairs and nonprofit advocacy.

Responsibilities:
- Track local, state, and federal legislation that impacts PRAB’s priority areas (e.g., housing, early childhood, immigrant services)
- Maintain a legislative relationship tracker using Excel or Microsoft Lists
- Draft letters, memos, or policy statements for the CEO’s signature
- Attend or observe local council, county commissioner, and state legislative sessions (in-person or virtually)
- Support the planning of PRAB-led advocacy campaigns or legislative briefings
- Monitor political calendars and propose engagement opportunities (e.g., Latino Legislative Day, budget hearings)

Required Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and interested in racial, economic, or housing justice

Preferred Qualifications:
- Public Policy, Political Science, Urban Studies, or Public Administration majors preferred
- Familiarity with NJ state government structure and legislative process is helpful
- Spanish fluency a plus but not required

Required Skills: Legislative tracking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Lists, Policy writing, Public policy knowledge, Government relations, Spanish language

Benefits: Internship credit (if applicable), A letter of recommendation, Networking opportunities, Potential invitation to join PRAB for future advocacy meetings or press events