Girl Scouts - Social & Environmental Justice Intern (Social & Environmental Justice Progam - SEJ)

Girl Scouts:

Position Title: Lawrence University Social & Environmental Justice (SEJ) 

Internship 

Non-Exempt | Internship 

Department: Community Engagement & Mission Delivery 

Reports to: Chief Advancement Officer 

Supervises: N/A 

Position Summary 

The Social & Environmental Justice Intern will support Girl Scouts’ community engagement, outreach, and program development efforts to expand access and visibility in our community. Working closely with the council’s Community Engagement and Brand & Communications teams, the intern will help introduce girls and their families to the Girl Scout experience through recruitment events, partnership development, and support for pilot programs. 

This internship is ideal for SEJ students interested in community organizing, youth development, gender equity, or nonprofit leadership. 

Responsibilities may include

• Assisting with community outreach and recruitment activities designed to introduce girls and families to Girl Scouts 
• Supporting communications efforts such as social media, photography, or videography 
• Supporting staff at local or regional events (tabling or hands-on activities) 
• Delivering informational materials to schools, libraries, and community organizations 
• Helping identify and engage potential community partners aligned with the Girl Scout mission and values. 
• Supporting the development of pilot programs aimed at increasing visibility and participation.
• Providing general support to staff across multiple departments 

Qualifications 

• Lawrence University Social & Environmental Justice student 
• Strong communication and computer/technical skills 
• Dependable, reliable, and self-motivated 
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn 
• Ability to connect and build trust with people from diverse backgrounds 
• Commitment to the mission and values of Girl Scouts 

Additional Information 

• Flexible schedule, including occasional evening or weekend events 
• Combination of office, remote, and on-site community work 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required 
• Background check required 

Compensation:
This internship is part of the Lawrence University Social & Environmental Justice Cohort, which provides an opportunity for Lawrentians to explore social and environmental justice impact careers, gain professional experience, and develop as leaders. Students complete a full-time summer 2026 internship with an identified social and/or environmental justice impact organization in Milwaukee or Appleton, while participating in ongoing reflection with fellow students, Professor Jason Brozek, the Career Center, community leaders and alumni.  Students may apply for as many positions as they are qualified for and interested in. Each student in the SEJ program will receive a $5k stipend to help cover housing and transportation costs and living expenses. For additional details and to see other SEJ opportunities, please see the SEJ Cohort webpage.

• Before applying, you must meet with a Career Center's Ty Collins for a resume review, or your resume must achieve green status in VMOCK.  If your resume does not meet professional expectations, you may be asked to resubmit your resume.  Please make an appointment with Ty here on Handshake.
• Once your resume is approved, you will then apply directly to one or more of the designated SEJ Internship options in Handshake by February 13, 2026 at 11:55 p.m. A separate application should be prepared for each position.
• Complete this form to indicate your transportation needs. The form only needs to be submitted once.

Please ask Michelle Buchinger for more details about how funding works Michelle.m.buchinger@lawrence.edu