Part-time Internship with MN Farmer's Union

Minnesota Farmers Union is a progressive, grassroots membership organization that supports family farmers and rural communities. Drawing on the base values of education, cooperation and legislation, MFU works with individuals at the county, state, national and international level to create strategic partnerships; support new farmers; further agricultural education; increase consumer awareness; and ensure that the voice of family farmers is heard by policy makers.

The internship will provide opportunities to work with all facets of the organization, including Government Relations, Membership, Education and Public Relations. MFU has a small, dedicated office staff of eight, with a field staff of five in greater Minnesota. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support event preparation including the 76th Annual MFU State Convention in November

• Process monthly membership mailings, file memberships and other administrative work

• Maintain membership database information and update political districting

• Attend meetings with senior staff and represent the organization publicly at events

• Advocate for MFU’s grassroots policy through government relations and policy work 

Details here: http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/job-details?id=140708