Intern at the Massachusetts AFL-CIO

Interns enjoying a staff outing in May 2007.

Internships focus on political activity, legislative advocacy and action, media and communications, and other important ways to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life for working families in Massachusetts and serving as the Commonwealth’s Voice of Working Families.

Interns will work directly with staff to become an integral part of the team and to learn about the Massachusetts Labor Movement and state politics.

Offering internships during the Fall or Spring semesters or during the Summer.
Paid internships are available.
College credit available depending on school policy.
Should be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate study and interested in politics, the Labor Movement, and Legal Studies.

To apply, send resume, cover letter, reference list, and writing samples to:

Massachusetts AFL-CIO

389 Main Street, Suite 101

Malden, MA 02148

or click here to email materials. Please call 781-324-8230 with questions.

Click here to download our brochure for more information.

Hear from former Interns

"Working here has instilled in me a lifelong dedication to the Labor Movement, and to advocating for workers everywhere, no matter what field I end up in."

Katie Barksdale - Tufts University, Class of 2009 Intern, Summer 2007

"I have always been interested in politics and the Labor Movement and this internship gave me the opportunity to explore these fields in a hands-on way."

Daniel Doyle - Northeastern University, Class of 2010 Intern, Summer - Fall 2007

"Working at the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, I was able to learn so much about politics and the Labor Movement. I'm graduating in May and already have a great job secured working in state politics. This internship gave me the experience and knowledge I needed to be successful right out of college."

Brendan Sullivan - University of New Hampshire, Class of 2008 Intern, Summer 2007

"This internship has exposed me to so many new aspects of contemporary politics and the Labor Movement. I've learned a lot about the AFL-CIO and labor unions specifically, as well as skills that will help me in any political environment."

Tara Conklin - Northeastern University, Class of 2010 Intern, Spring 2008