This internship is a great opportunity for people interested in women’s studies, religious studies, non-profit organizations and Catholic church reform. Interns can work on a number of projects including fundraising, developing educational resources, providing administrative and technical assistance to local WOC groups around the United States, and compiling articles for our quarterly newsletter NewWomen, NewChurch.

An internship at WOC can be tailored to fit the interests of the applicant. WOC internships are 15-20 hours per week for credit at a sponsoring university or college, and are unpaid.

Qualifications:

• A strong researcher; familiar with Microsoft Word and the internet
• Equipped with multi-tasking skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Able to work alone and in cooperative decision-making settings
• A self-starter and self-motivated
• Committed to WOC’s mission and vision (see below)

To apply, please send your resume to Nidza Vazquez at nvazquez@womensordination.org or fax to 703-352-518. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.

About the Women's Ordination Conference

The mission of the Women's Ordination Conference is to work for the ordination of women into a renewing priestly ministry in the Catholic Church. To this end, WOC:

• Works for justice and equality for women in the Catholic church
• Strives to eliminate all forms of oppression and discrimination in the church
• Advocates for inclusive, democratic, and transparent church structures
• Supports and affirms women's talents, gifts, and calls to ministry

The goals of the Women’s Ordination Conference are to:

• Educate and raise awareness about the need for and the reasons why women should be full and equal partners in all levels of the church, including all ordained ministries.
• Influence the Vatican to open the discussion about women’s ordination to a renewed priestly ministry.
• Create faith communities that model equality and justice

For more information about WOC, our history, and current programs, visit www.womensordination.org

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