<div><b style="font-size:24px;">Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. </span></div><div><br></div><div><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span style="font-size:16px;"><b> </b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, and </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Application Deadline:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Tuesday, </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">At </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Chicago CRED</b><span style="font-size:12pt;"> we take a multifaceted approach to reducing gun violence and creating lasting change. The Policy team contributes to this mission by working at both the city and state levels to strengthen the public health infrastructure for violence prevention. The team collaborates with elected officials, government leaders, and community organizations to advance systemic solutions that address the root causes of gun violence. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">As the </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Policy</b><span style="font-size:12pt;"> intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in policy research, advocacy, and communications. You’ll help develop policy materials, support program operations, and have the opportunity to lead your own independent project based on your interests.</span></div><br><br><h3>  Role and Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Draft concise policy memos and briefing materials to inform internal and external discussions with leadership.</li><li>Support planning and logistics for key advocacy events and policy convenings.</li><li>Update and organize key communication lists of elected officials and staff.</li><li>Support capacity building program by developing curriculum, assisting with logistics, and creating program materials.</li><li>Design and lead an independent project aligned with your interests and the team’s priorities.</li><li>Assist with general administrative tasks that keep the Policy team’s operations running smoothly.</li></ul><h3> Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing a degree in public policy, political science, sociology, or a related field.</li><li>Demonstrated interest in policy, politics, and social impact, especially as they relate to community safety or violence prevention.</li><li>Highly motivated and thrives working independently.</li><li>Open to feedback and eager to learn through iteration and collaboration. </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex information clearly.</li><li>Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing multiple priorities.</li><li>Proactive and self-motivated, eager to take ownership of projects and deliver quality work with minimal supervision.</li><li>Professionalism and judgment when handling sensitive policy or stakeholder information.</li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:18px;"><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:16px;">Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns are paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 15 to August 7</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- Interns will also be paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12</b><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns receive a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">lunch allowance </b><span style="font-size:16px;">and a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">commuter allowance</b><span style="font-size:16px;">, and may also receive </span><b style="font-size:16px;">travel and housing allowances</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> as needed.</span><b style="font-size:16px;"> </b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 10–12:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 15:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- August 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program concludes</span></div>

<p>Emerson Collective is a social change organization that uses a broad range of tools including philanthropy, impact investing, and policy solutions to create the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Established and led by Laurene Powell Jobs, Emerson Collective is working to renew some of society&rsquo;s most calcified systems, creating new possibilities for individuals, families, and communities.</p>

Summer Intern, Chicago CRED: Policy

<div><b>Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span><b>&nbsp;</b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span>, and </span><a href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span>.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span>June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span>June 10–12.</span></b><span> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Application Deadline:</span></b><span> Tuesday, </span><b><span>January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>At </span><b>Chicago CRED</b><span> we take a multifaceted approach to reducing gun violence and creating lasting change. The Policy team contributes to this mission by working at both the city and state levels to strengthen the public health infrastructure for violence prevention. The team collaborates with elected officials, government leaders, and community organizations to advance systemic solutions that address the root causes of gun violence.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>As the </span><b>Policy</b><span> intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in policy research, advocacy, and communications. You’ll help develop policy materials, support program operations, and have the opportunity to lead your own independent project based on your interests.</span></div><br><br><h3>  Role and Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Draft concise policy memos and briefing materials to inform internal and external discussions with leadership.</li><li>Support planning and logistics for key advocacy events and policy convenings.</li><li>Update and organize key communication lists of elected officials and staff.</li><li>Support capacity building program by developing curriculum, assisting with logistics, and creating program materials.</li><li>Design and lead an independent project aligned with your interests and the team’s priorities.</li><li>Assist with general administrative tasks that keep the Policy team’s operations running smoothly.</li></ul><h3> Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing a degree in public policy, political science, sociology, or a related field.</li><li>Demonstrated interest in policy, politics, and social impact, especially as they relate to community safety or violence prevention.</li><li>Highly motivated and thrives working independently.</li><li>Open to feedback and eager to learn through iteration and collaboration.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex information clearly.</li><li>Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing multiple priorities.</li><li>Proactive and self-motivated, eager to take ownership of projects and deliver quality work with minimal supervision.</li><li>Professionalism and judgment when handling sensitive policy or stakeholder information.</li></ul><br><div><span><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>- All interns are paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b>June 15 to August 7</b><span> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span>- Interns will also be paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b>June 10–12</b><span>. </span></div><div><span>- All interns receive a </span><b>lunch allowance </b><span>and a </span><b>commuter allowance</b><span>, and may also receive </span><b>travel and housing allowances</b><span> as needed.</span><b>&nbsp;</b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span>Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span>(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span>- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span>- June 10–12:</span></b><span> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span>- June 15:</span></b><span> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span>- August 7:</span></b><span> Internship program concludes</span></div>

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