Government Relations Intern

Expected Hourly Pay Rate:

Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.

CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!

General Summary: Under the supervision of the Government Relations Manager, and with the guidance of the Senior Government Relations Specialist, the Government Relations Intern will support CCRC's advocacy and public policy efforts through research, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. This is a one-year, paid internship offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in government relations work, with a focus on childcare and early education advocacy. The Government Relations Intern is passionate about public policy, eager to learn the legislative process, and dedicated to improving the lives of children and families.

This role is part time, with an anticipated 24 hours per week, and is HYRBID in nature.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Within a team environment, this position will perform the following responsibilities:

• Legislative Research & Tracking 25%:
  • Monitor and analyze relevant policy developments at the local, state and federal level.
  • Maintain an up to date tracking system for key legislative bills and initiatives.
• Policy Analysis 20%:
  • Assist in the preparation of policy briefs, report and fact sheets.
  • Conduct in-depth background research on emerging policy issues related to childcare and early education.
• Advocacy Support 20%:
  • Develop talking points, presentations and social media content to support advocacy campaigns
  • Attend and support CCRC's participation in advocacy events, legislative hearings, and meetings with policymakers.
• Stakeholder Engagement 15%:
  • Assist in coordinating meetings with legislators, community partners and other stakeholders to strengthen collaboration.
• Administrative Support 10%:
  • Provide general administrative support to the Government Relations team, including scheduling, data and entry and file management.
  • Help organize and coordinate logistics for events and meetings.
• Communication 10%:
  • Draft professional correspondence, newsletters and updates for internal and external stakeholders.

Job Specifications

Minimum Required

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or equivalency
• Experience:
  • Any length of experience gained through volunteering, internships, or school projects in areas such as advocacy, community engagement, research, or government-related topics.
  • Familiarity with participating in group discussions, public speaking or collaborating with peers in academic or community settings.
• Technical Requirements:
  • Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email platforms.
  • Ability to conduct basic research and compile information from reliable sources. Familiarity with online search tools and public policy research.

• Bilingual Required: n/a
• Work Schedule: Part time, typically M-F, approximately 24 hours per week.
• Work environment: Hybrid- Mixture of working in an office work environment and working directly with the community/government officials.
• Background & Health Clearance Requirements:
  • Standard Background Check: As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including:
  • Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
  • Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with "at risk" populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, *101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
  • MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC's liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
  • Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
  • CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866)
  • Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)

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At CCRC, passion and meaningful work is rewarded! We offer employees:

• Competitive compensation package
• Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
• Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
• Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
• Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
  

We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.

Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (818) 717-1000 ext. 6599 or email them at Recruiting@ccrcca.org.