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Policy Analyst | DC Department of Human Services
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Provide Policy Analysis through Quantitative and Qualitative Research
Oversee and Advise Citywide Human Services
Bachelor’s Degree, 1 Year of Relevant Experience Required
Community Outreach Specialist | Total Family Care Coalition
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Conduct and Develop Strategies for Community Outreach
Support and Expand Community Partnerships and Involvement
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Consumer Watchdog Associate | Public Interest Research Group
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Research Consumer Issues and Develop Persuasive Campaigns, with Grassroots Leadership Opportunities
Monitor Developments and Coordinate Strategy with Contemporary Organizations
Bachelor's Degree Required
Community Engagement Intern | Capital Area Food Bank
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create and Support Peer-Peer Fundraising Campaigns
Generate Knowledge on Food Insecurity through Research and Outreach
College Degree Required
Program Manager, Freedom to Learn | PEN America
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Support, Promote, and Develop Efforts Defending Academic Freedom
Create and Edit Reports and Presentations, Conduct Outreach
Bachelor's Degree, Ability to Travel Required
Anti-Hunger Program Associate | Food Research & Action Center
Location: Washington, DC (Remote)
Application Closes: When Filled
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Conduct Research, Outreach, and Monitor Policies
Expand Advocacy through Coalition Building and Education
Bachelor's Degree Required
Government Affairs Policy Counsel/Advocate | Public Knowledge
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Support Public Knowledge's Advocacy and Develop Strategies
Meet with Stakeholders, Organizers, and Officials to Communicate Policy Issues
College Degree, Relevant Experience Required
Director of People & Operations | Ayuda
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Construct and Lead Internal Systems Dedicated to Serving Immigrant Communities
Oversee Ayuda's Various Operations from Advocacy, to Internal Management, to Data Collection
7 Years Relevant Experience Required
Grassroots Community Organizer | Mother's Outreach Network
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Organize Community Action and Outreach
Support MON Through Expanding Relationships, Providing Educational Opportunities, and Advocacy
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Required
Manager of Grassroots Advocacy | International Myeloma Foundation
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Oversee and Recruit New Advocates
Conduct Outreach and Support Advocacy Efforts, Including on the Hill
Bachelor's Degree, Ability to Travel Domestically Required
Communication Program Manager for Arts and Culture | SEIU
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Develop and manage cultural and artistic collaborations
Contribute to the role art and culture in Union activities
3-4 years experience and willingness to travel required
Research Assistant: Policy Center | Middle East Institute
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Assist in research
Provide support for faculty and center events
Proficiency in Arabic Preferred
Research Analyst | Uniting People with Opportunities
Organization: Uniting People with Opportunities
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create and implement a 12-month data study to assess city-wide needs
Coordinate and support the city government and analysts in the collection of data
Bachelor's Degree and Research Experience Required
Museum Fellow, Curatorial | George Washington University
Organization: George Washington University
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Provide Public Lectures, Produce Articles, and Engage the Scholarly Community
Assist in the Creation and Implementation of Operational Strategies
MA in Relevant Field Required
Museum Fellow, Cotsen Center | George Washington University
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create and Support Museum Programs
Facilitate and Assist in Research
MA in Relevant Field Required
Intern (Multiple Positions) | National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institute
Organization: National Museum of American History (Smithsonian Institute)
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: 10/23/2026
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Contribute to the archival and preservation of historical objects
Assist and develop in the creation of exhibits and educational opportunities
Program-specific degrees preferred, application open to all
Intern | Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, D.C. Government
Organization: D.C. Government
Location: Washington, D.C.
Application Closes: 1/15/2027
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Assist in one of the OCME programs, including forensic anthropology, mortuary, and death investigations
Gain an on-the-ground understanding of the OCME's work through shadowing workers
Applicants must be at least 18, pursuing higher education at a participating university, and have completed the OCME application packet
Faculty Part Time | Anthropology, Prince George’s Community College
Organization: Prince George’s Community College
Location: Largo, MD
Application Closes: When Filled
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Teach Anthropology
Plan and Organize Curriculum
Anthropology MA Required
Archival Supervisor | Arlington County Government
Location: Arlington, VA
Application Closes: When Filled
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Oversee county archaeology
Develop and implement policies
Anthropology or related MA required

