Allies for Equity Intern

Allies for Equity Intern

Job Summary

Allies for Equity seeks to advocate for women through educating other IU students about challenges that women in technology adjacent fields and disciplines face. Interns will run programs to educate and inspire other students in how to become allies and accomplices in helping dismantle systemic barriers to women.  The team’s goal is to provide an opportunity for students of all genders to support and engage with the Center’s mission though exposure, advocacy, and practical application.  Through involvement with this team, you will learn about the challenges of women as well as ways that you can leverage this knowledge and your identity to raise awareness and combat negative influences that perpetuate the male dominated culture in technology. 

Responsibilities:

  • Work with and assist the lead intern and fellow interns to launch, build, and grow an engaged learning community of undergraduate and graduate students of all genders, but particularly addressing men, who are interested in continuously engaging in and advocating for allyship with women.
  • Assist in the creation of a strategic plan for the year including mission, goals, marketing, implementation plan, and desired outcomes.
  • Assist with scheduling events, workshops, speakers, and other activities for the IU community to further common interests and advocate for male allyship.
  • Help provide timely reports regarding marketing plans, attendance, and assessment information following various programs.
  • Commit to the Center’s mission and to the goals of the team to develop a meaningful community.
  • Serve as a role model to members and other IU students committed to equality at IU.
  • Commit to being an advocate for women and underrepresented groups.
  • Submit weekly progress reports to Lead Intern.

All student employees are required to:

  • Attend weekly meeting with lead intern and staff champion.
  • Attend mandatory Leadership Training on August 22-23, 2025.
  • Attend and present at our annual Summit, scheduled for 3/6 and 3/7, 2026.
  • Attend Intern Celebrations on 12/5/25 from 4:30-6:30p and 4/26/26 from 5:30-7:30p.

Qualifications

General

An ideal candidate for this position is passionate about learning and educating others on gender inequality in tech and ways to address it. Experience in public speaking, leadership, and event planning is preferred.

Schedule and Pay

Work Schedule

An average of 3-5 hours per week.

Wage/Salary

$12.00 per hour

Application Instructions

Fill out and submit the job application. In order to provide an unbiased and fair process, we anonymize all applications during the initial selection process. Selection will remain open until the position is filled.