Department of State
99 Washington AvenueAlbany , NY 12231
Division/Unit: Consumer Protection/Admin. & Policy
Web Site:
http://www.dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection
Consumer Protection Advocacy Internship (ID: 106105) for Spring 2018
Agency/Facility
Albany , NY 12231
Proposal Information
Description:
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is charged with the Protection, Education and Representation of issues affecting New York consumers. DCP's core functions are consumer assistance; identity theft prevention and mitigation; educational outreach on consumer issues and product safety; intervention on behalf of consumers in utility proceedings; and development of policy and legislation in aid of consumers.
The DCP is seeking an intern to work with Division staff researching and analyzing consumer issues, drafting reports on consumer issues, facilitating consumer alerts, updating the Division's website, and assisting with special projects.
Skills:
Excellent oral and written comm. skills
Research and analytical skills
Proficient in MS Office, FB, Twitter
Interest in consumer protection issues
Interest in public policy
Internship Areas: Communications/Public Relations, Planning/Analysis/Research, Public Policy
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 10 - 19
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Senior
Minimum Standing: Junior
Degree Concentrations: Communication Studies, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Liberal Arts, Public Administration