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KIP Fall 2025 - Policy Reform Intern - The Foundation for Individual Rights and
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KIP Fall 2025 - Policy Reform Intern - The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 10-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the country tackling some of our nation's most pressing challenges. Throughout your internship with a partner organization, Stand Together Fellowships hosts virtual professional development sessions every Thursday from 1-5 pm ET, wherein you will be mentored by seasoned professionals as you craft a capstone project on the topic that matters most to you. Interns will receive either a $5,500 or $3,300 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (28 hours/week). Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance! This internship will be based in Philadelphia, PA and begin in the Fall of 2025. The hours and exact start and end dates are flexible to fit the intern's academic calendar. About FIRE
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought. Position Description
FIRE is looking for passionate, team-oriented, and driven undergraduates (rising juniors, and seniors) or graduate students attending colleges and universities in the United States. FIRE offers a fast-paced and exciting work environment. Working at the headquarters of a national nonprofit, the student will be immersed in the general functions of running the office while learning about civil liberties in higher education from professional free speech advocates. Responsibilities
FIRE is seeking an energetic undergraduate intern to aid its Policy Reform program. The Policy Reform Intern's responsibilities may include: Contributing research to FIRE's Spotlight database of speech codes Assisting the Policy Reform Program Associate with reviewing news reports and social media for proposed policies, new policies, and policy revisions pertinent to FIRE's mission Coordinating mailings to colleges regarding speech codes and other recommended reforms Performing surveys of particular policy topics to track trends and identify targets for reform Coordinating responses to inquiries from students and other members of the public regarding campus policies Performing general office duties, such as answering phones, managing inventory, and fielding the general FIRE inbox Qualifications
A successful candidate will have: Interest in learning more about First Amendment principles Understanding of and enthusiasm for FIRE's mission Interpersonal communication skills Attention to detail and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of First Amendment jurisprudence Previous experience working for a nonprofit Student leadership experience FIRE's office is located in Old City, Philadelphia. Commuters that live outside walking distance can easily access FIRE through SEPTA regional rail, subway, bus service, or PATCO rail service. Parking is also available in the area at a variety of lots and garages for between $15 and $30 a day.
The Koch Internship Program (KIP) is a paid, 10-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the country tackling some of our nation's most pressing challenges. Throughout your internship with a partner organization, Stand Together Fellowships hosts virtual professional development sessions every Thursday from 1-5 pm ET, wherein you will be mentored by seasoned professionals as you craft a capstone project on the topic that matters most to you. Interns will receive either a $5,500 or $3,300 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (28 hours/week). Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance! This internship will be based in Philadelphia, PA and begin in the Fall of 2025. The hours and exact start and end dates are flexible to fit the intern's academic calendar. About FIRE
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought. Position Description
FIRE is looking for passionate, team-oriented, and driven undergraduates (rising juniors, and seniors) or graduate students attending colleges and universities in the United States. FIRE offers a fast-paced and exciting work environment. Working at the headquarters of a national nonprofit, the student will be immersed in the general functions of running the office while learning about civil liberties in higher education from professional free speech advocates. Responsibilities
FIRE is seeking an energetic undergraduate intern to aid its Policy Reform program. The Policy Reform Intern's responsibilities may include: Contributing research to FIRE's Spotlight database of speech codes Assisting the Policy Reform Program Associate with reviewing news reports and social media for proposed policies, new policies, and policy revisions pertinent to FIRE's mission Coordinating mailings to colleges regarding speech codes and other recommended reforms Performing surveys of particular policy topics to track trends and identify targets for reform Coordinating responses to inquiries from students and other members of the public regarding campus policies Performing general office duties, such as answering phones, managing inventory, and fielding the general FIRE inbox Qualifications
A successful candidate will have: Interest in learning more about First Amendment principles Understanding of and enthusiasm for FIRE's mission Interpersonal communication skills Attention to detail and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of First Amendment jurisprudence Previous experience working for a nonprofit Student leadership experience FIRE's office is located in Old City, Philadelphia. Commuters that live outside walking distance can easily access FIRE through SEPTA regional rail, subway, bus service, or PATCO rail service. Parking is also available in the area at a variety of lots and garages for between $15 and $30 a day.