Political Science Major: Health & Human Service Policy-Moreno Valley

Are you a Political Science major looking to apply your knowledge in a meaningful way? Join our mission-driven team and gain real-world policy experience in the nonprofit health and human services sector.

We are looking for a professional candidate to volunteer along side our Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As a Policy Intern, you will work closely with our leadership team to research, draft, and refine policies that guide our organizational practices and impact. This is a great opportunity to bridge academic learning with social impact work. FSA offers flexible schedules. This position may be hybrid partially remote and partially in person.

Responsibilities:

• Research best practices and current legislation affecting nonprofit operations and health/human services
• Assist in drafting and revising internal policies and advocacy briefs
• Analyze policy impacts and help prepare recommendations for the leadership team
• Collaborate with staff across departments to align policy with program needs

Ideal Candidate:

• Current or recent Political Science major (undergrad or grad student)
• Strong writing and research skillsInterest in nonprofit management, public policy, or health & human services
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Committed to social justice and community impact

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit policy development
• Mentorship from experienced leaders in the nonprofit sector
• Resume-building work with a mission-driven team
• Opportunity to make a real difference in your community

A little about Family Service Association (FSA) and community impact:

FSA is one of the largest and most impactful human service nonprofit organizations serving residents of the Inland Empire. In 1953, the Junior League founded the Family Service Agency to provide counseling services in the City of Riverside. The agency remained dedicated to this single-service mission until the mid-1980’s when new leadership began the expansion of the scope of services and geographic area. Today, FSA serves over 20,000 individuals and families each year in the areas of: Behavioral Health, Child Development, Child Abuse Prevention, Community Centers, Senior Housing, Nutrition and Wellness. FSA’s mission is to address poverty, hunger, and health, from infancy to older adults, in families and under-served communities. We envision a day when Inland Empire communities have strong families without poverty, hunger, or health disparities. Our motto "Family Strength is Community Strength" is guided by the vision of building caring communities, strengthening families and improving lives.

FSA has a proven track record of success. We are proud to have been recognized for our impactful work:

• City of Moreno Valley Nonprofit of the Year 2024
• Press Enterprise Recognition for Addressing Poverty, Hunger, and Health 2022
• State Legislature Nonprofit of the Year 2022
• Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year 2023