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Emerson Collective · 2 months ago

Summer Intern, Philanthropy: Social Innovation

Palo Alto, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $25/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Emerson Collective is a company of investors and changemakers aiming to make a lasting impact on the world. They are seeking a Social Innovation intern to conduct research, draft materials, and participate in meetings that support high-impact nonprofits throughout the summer internship program.

Customer ServiceNon ProfitSocial

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Conduct research across a variety of topics, leveraging online resources, reports, webinars, and learning sessions, and more

Prepare memos and written materials that support various initiatives

Participate in meetings that advance our understanding of issues and/or the work of nonprofit partners

Support analyses and insights work, including helping to collect or review data

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Research skillsAnalytical skillsWriting skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProactivityCollaborationDetail-oriented

Required

Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or rising senior, preferably pursuing a degree related to public policy, economics, sociology, political science, business, or another field focused on understanding and addressing social challenges

Demonstrated commitment to social impact and curiosity about how philanthropy can help solve complex problems

Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information

Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly summarize ideas for different audiences

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities

Collaborative and proactive, and comfortable working in dynamic environments with evolving priorities

Energized by learning about new topics and contributing to meaningful, mission-driven work