Current
openings available :
Position: Promotional Outreach Coordinator
(fall, spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: RightRides
Position: Operations Intern
(fall, spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: RightRides
Position: Operations Intern
(spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: Safe Walk
Position: Community Sponsorship Intern
(fall, spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: RightRides
Position: Special Events Intern
(fall 2007 semester)
Program: Neighborhood Safety Meetings
Position: Special Events Intern
(spring, summer and/or fall semesters)
Program: Annual Friends of RightRides Social
Position: Promotional Outreach Coordinator
(year round)
Program: RightRides
The Promotional Outreach Coordinator will be working
to support the RightRides program. RightRides offers
a free ride home for women, trans and gender queer individuals, currently
every Saturday night from Midnight – 3 AM Sunday in 19 NYC
neighborhoods.
Coordinators will be responsible for managing
the promotional and outreach aspects for the RightRides program.
RightRides seeks extremely motivated, independent
individuals with strong “can
do” work ethic. Coordinators
will gain uniquely valuable experience with an award-winning, progressive
nonprofit experiencing rapid growth.
This position will be approximately 90% time spent
in the field and 10% in the office. Coordinators should be
available between 5-10 hours per week for a period of 4-6+ weeks
or as determined with Executive Director.
We maintain a professional, yet
casual office environment in the Dumbo neighborhood in Brooklyn. If
Coordinators are students seeking credit, we will work with your
institution in
completing requirements for approval of school credit. Upon
successful completion, Coordinators will have opportunities to
develop networking contacts within the crime prevention, anti-violence
and non profit communities. RightRides For Women’s
Safety offers strong reference and resume-building experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish outreach goals with assistance of Executive Director
(ED); adhere to schedule to successfully complete objectives. Lead
weekly or bi-monthly check-ins to inform ED of progress
- Internet research to identify key
outreach areas in current and upcoming service neighborhoods.
- Prepare outreach materials as needed such as photocopying, gathering
supplies as needed.
- Distribute outreach materials in RightRides service neighborhoods.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Course work in communications, business studies,
non profit management, public affairs, Women’s and/or LGBTQ
studies.
- Strong proficiency with internet
research essential.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling;
ability to effectively manage and present information to all parties
as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to take direction,
function independently, prioritize duties and manage time effectively,
while working to
meet deadlines.
Successful candidate will also have a friendly, outgoing nature and
ability to act as the liaison between organization and
community groups to explain service if needed.
Candidates must also have a strong interest in violence prevention,
women’s and LGBTQ safety.
PLEASE NOTE: This position entails
distributing posters, flyers and dispatch cards in our service area,
seeking volunteers and Riders. There is also an opportunity to meet
with community groups who want to volunteer and get them going on
outreach. Please apply for this postion ONLY if this is of interest
to you!
TO APPLY
resume with a cover letter stating interest
(.doc or .pdf formats only) to:
Oraia Reid
Executive Director
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will
not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
People of color and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to
apply.

Position: Operations Intern
(fall spring
and/or summer semesters)
Program: RightRides
The Operations Intern will be working to support
the RightRides program. RightRides offers a free ride home for women,
trans and gender queer individuals, currently every Saturday night
from Midnight – 3 AM Sunday in 19 NYC neighborhoods.
Intern
will directly assist the Executive Director and help manage the informational
and operational aspects of the RightRides program.
RightRides seeks extremely motivated, independent individual with
excellent communication skills, strong “can do” work
ethic with incredible attention to detail. Interns will gain
uniquely valuable experience with an award-winning, progressive nonprofit
experiencing rapid growth.
This position will be approximately 40% time spent in the field
and 60% in the office. Telecommuting to accomplish certain
duties is a strong option. Interns should be available between
10-15 hours per week for a period of no less than 10 weeks. RightRides
For Women’s Safety will assist Interns and their educational
institution in completing requirements for approval of school credit.
We maintain a professional, yet
casual office environment in the Dumbo neighborhood in Brooklyn. Interns
will work closely with the Executive Director and upon successful
completion have opportunities to develop networking contacts within
the crime prevention, anti-violence and non profit communities.
RightRides For Women’s Safety offers
strong reference and resume-building experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish internship goals with assistance of Executive Director
(ED); adhere to schedule to successfully complete objectives. Lead
weekly or bi-monthly check-ins to inform ED of progress
- Internet, library and trade journal research covering a range
of topics including assault statistics, opportunities for partnerships
with related non-profits, opportunities for outreach and volunteer
solicitation.
- Seek both volunteers and riders by making postings online, with
schools and related agencies. Help coordinate overall
outreach efforts.
- Communicate via email with volunteers regarding scheduling. Update
volunteer calendar as needed.
- Organize and manage volunteer materials, replenishing volunteer
supplies as needed
- Maintain volunteer files and volunteer database and assist with
minor errands such as photocopying as related to the RightRides
program.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS, or working towards degree, with minimum of 3 years college
completed with course work in communications, business studies,
non profit management, public affairs, Women’s and/or LGBTQ
studies.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet/library
research essential.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling;
ability to effectively manage and present information to all parties
as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to take direction,
function independently, prioritize duties and manage multiple tasks
simultaneously, while paying close attention to details and proactively
working to meet deadlines.
Successful candidate will also have a friendly, outgoing nature and
ability to act as the liaison between organization, volunteer and
community groups; possess initiative to identify, track and follow
up with research leads; ability to prepare written reports as needed.
Candidates must also have a strong interest in violence prevention,
women’s and LGBTQ safety.
TO APPLY
resume with a cover letter stating interest
(.doc or
.pdf formats only) to:
Oraia Reid
Executive Director
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will
not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. People of
color and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position: Operations
Intern
(spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: Safe Walk
The Operations Intern will be working to support
the Safe
Walk program. Safe
Walk organizes volunteers owning bicycles to form Bike Patrols, which
offers free walking escorts to anyone not wishing to walk alone in
various NYC neighborhoods.
The Operations Intern will directly
assist the Executive Director and help manage the information and
operational aspects of the Safe Walk program.
RightRides For Women’s Safety seeks extremely motivated, independent individual with excellent
communication skills, strong “can do” work ethic with
incredible attention to detail. Interns will gain uniquely
valuable experience with an award-winning, progressive nonprofit
experiencing rapid growth.
This position will be approximately 40% time spent in the field
and 60% in the office. Telecommuting to accomplish certain
duties is a strong option. Interns should be available between
10-15 hours per week for a period of no less than 10 weeks. RightRides
For Women’s Safety will assist Interns and their educational
institution in completing requirements for approval of school credit.
We maintain a professional, yet
casual office environment in the Dumbo neighborhood in
Brooklyn. Interns will work closely
with the Executive Director and upon successful completion have opportunities
to develop networking contacts within the crime prevention, anti-violence
and non profit communities. RightRides For Women’s Safety offers
strong reference and resume-building experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish internship goals with assistance of Executive Director
(ED); adhere to schedule to successfully complete objectives. Lead
weekly or bi-monthly check-ins to inform ED of progress
- Internet, library and trade journal research covering a range
of topics including assault statistics, opportunities for partnerships
with related non-profits, opportunities for outreach and volunteer
solicitation.
- Seek both volunteers and constituents by making postings online,
with schools and related agencies. Help coordinate
overall outreach efforts.
- Communicate via email or via phone with volunteers regarding
Safe Walk.
- Organize and manage volunteer materials, replenishing volunteer
supplies as needed
- Maintain volunteer files and volunteer database. Assist
with minor errands such as photocopying flyers/outreach materials
as related to the SafeWalk program.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS, or working towards degree, with minimum of 3 years college
completed with course work in communications, business studies,
non profit management, public affairs, Women’s and/or LGBTQ
studies.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet/library
research essential.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling;
ability to effectively manage and present information to all parties
as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to take direction,
function independently, prioritize duties and manage multiple tasks
simultaneously, while paying close attention to details and proactively
working to meet deadlines.
Successful candidate will also have a friendly, outgoing nature and
ability to act as the liaison between organization, volunteer and
community groups; possess initiative to identify, track and follow
up with research leads; ability to prepare written reports as needed.
Candidates must also have a strong interest in violence prevention,
women’s and LGBTQ safety.
TO APPLY
resume with a cover letter stating interest
(.doc
or .pdf formats only) to:
Oraia Reid
Executive Director
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will
not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. People of
color and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Community Sponsorship Intern
(fall, spring and/or summer semesters)
Program: RightRides
RightRides seeks motivated, confident, outgoing
individuals with strong communication skills
and a keen interest in developing local sponsor
relationships on behalf of RightRides. Interns
will gain uniquely valuable experience with an award-winning, progressive
nonprofit experiencing rapid growth and largely untapped fund development
potential.
This position will be approximately 60% time spent in the field
and 40% in the office. Telecommuting to accomplish certain
duties is a strong option. Interns should be available between
10-15 hours per week for a period of no less than 10 weeks. RightRides
For Women’s Safety will assist Interns and their educational
institution in completing requirements for approval of college/graduate
school credit.
We maintain a professional, yet
casual office environment in the Dumbo neighborhood in Brooklyn. Interns
will work closely with the Executive Director and upon successful
completion have opportunities to develop networking contacts within
the crime prevention, anti-violence and non profit communities.
RightRides For Women’s Safety offers
strong reference and resume-building experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish internship goals with assistance of Executive Director
- Internet, library and trade journal research to generate local
sponsorship and fund development leads
- Contact potential and current local sponsors both
in the field and online, regarding the RightRides program and fund
development campaign. Follow up with leads to secure sponsorship.
- Build and maintain sponsor/development database
- Prepare sponsor/fund development reports (composed of both narrative
section and financial spreadsheet) for public distribution
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS, or working towards degree, with
minimum of 2 years college completed with course work in communications,
fund development, non profit management, marketing, Women’s
or LGBTQGNC studies
- Those with experience in fund/sponsorship development, fund raising campaigns preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet research required.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling; ability to effectively analyze and present information to all parties as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Successful candidates will have a friendly, outgoing nature and ability
to engage potential sponsors about the program to generate and retain
leads; possess initiative to identify, track and follow up with leads;
ability to act as the liaison between organization and sponsors;
ability to prepare reports and work with a number of key groups: sponsors
and their staff, Executive Director
and general RightRides volunteers as needed.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to function independently,
prioritize duties, manage multiple projects simultaneously, while
paying close attention to details and working well under deadlines. Candidates
must also have a strong interest in violence prevention, women’s
and LBTQGNC safety, plus raising funds for a great cause!
TO APPLY
resume with a cover letter stating interest
(.doc or .pdf formats only) to:
Oraia Reid
Executive Director
(subject:
Comm. Sponsorship Intern)
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. People of
color and GLBTQGNC individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Special Events Intern
(fall
semester is open - Spring + Sumer semester 2007 is filled)
Program: Neighborhood Safety Meetings
Speical Events Interns will be working
to support the Neighborhood
Safety Meetings program. This
program is a great asset for educating the community about street
and personal safety while addressing general safety concerns.
RightRides seeks motivated, creative individuals with strong communication skills and a keen interest in developing relationships with potential panelists and similar anti-violence/community-based non profit organizations on behalf of RightRides For Women’s Safety to successfully host Neighborhood Safety Meetings.
Interns will gain uniquely valuable experience with an award-winning,
progressive nonprofit experiencing rapid growth. Interns will contribute “hands-on” to
this program, bringing meetings to one neighborhood at a time, on
a city wide basis.
This position will be approximately 40% time
spent in the field and 60% in the office. Telecommuting to
accomplish certain duties is a strong option. Interns
should be available between 10-15 hours per week for a period of
no less than 10 weeks. RightRides For Women’s Safety will
assist Interns and their educational institution in completing requirements
for approval of college/graduate school credit.
We maintain a professional, yet casual office
environment in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn. Interns
will work closely with the Executive Director and upon successful
completion have opportunities to develop networking contacts within
the crime prevention, anti-violence and non profit communities. RightRides
For Women’s Safety offers strong reference and resume-building
experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Internet, library and trade journal research to generate leads on speakers for panels
- Seeking community and accessible venues/spaces to host meetings, specific to neighborhoods where meetings will be held, city wide
- Establishing program goals; drafting written communications and panelist topics for program, with assistance of Executive Director
- Communications via in-person, phone and email with potential panelists, hosting spaces and potential partners at similar nonprofits regarding the program and overall mission of organization seeking their participation in program
- Organizing and managing central aspects of program, pre- and post-meeting
- Assist with preparing press releases about meetings and promoting meetings as needed
- Building and maintaining panelist/venue database
- Attending meetings and assisting during meetings as needed
- Prepare narrative meeting reports for public distribution
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS, or working towards degree, with
minimum of 2 years college completed with course work in communications,
event planning, non profit management, public affairs, Women’s
or LGBTQGNC studies.
- Those with experience in program and/or event management preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet research required.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling; ability to effectively manage and present information to all parties as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Successful candidates will have a friendly, outgoing nature and ability to engage potential panelists, hosting venues and partners at similar nonprofit organizations about the program to generate interest and retain involvement in the program; possess initiative to identify, track and follow up with leads; ability to act as the liaison between organization and panelists/venues; ability to prepare written reports and work with a number of key groups: panelists
and their staff, hosting venue and their staff, related non-profit
organizations and their staff, Executive Director and general RightRides
volunteers as needed.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to function independently,
prioritize duties, manage multiple projects simultaneously, while
paying close attention to details and working under deadlines. Candidates
must also have a strong interest in violence prevention, women’s
and LGBTQGNC safety plus raising awareness for a great cause!
TO APPLY
your resume with a cover letter stating interest to:
Oraia Reid, Executive Director
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
People of color and GLBTQGNC individuals are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Position: Special Events Intern
(spring and/or summer semesters)
Event: Annual Friends of RightRides Social
The Special Events Intern will be working to support the Friends
of RightRides Social and Distinguished Defender Awards, a semi-formal
gala event which takes place in mid-September each year.
RightRides For Women’s Safety (RRWS) seeks
a motivated, creative individual with strong communication skills
and a keen interest in developing relationships with past and potential
sponsors, donors and vendors on behalf of RRWS to successfully host
our organization's largest annual fundraising event.
Interns will gain uniquely valuable experience with
an award-winning, progressive nonprofit experiencing rapid growth.
Interns will contribute “hands-on” to
this major event regarding all aspects from initial planning to completion.
This position will be approximately 20% time spent in the field
and 80% in the office. Telecommuting to accomplish certain
duties is a strong option. Interns should be available between
10-15 hours per week for a period of no less than 10 weeks. RightRides
For Women’s Safety will assist Interns and their educational
institution in completing requirements for approval of college/graduate
school credit.
We maintain a professional, yet casual office environment
in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn. Interns
will work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
Upon successful completion have opportunities to develop networking
contacts within the crime prevention, anti-violence and non profit
communities, in addition to various sponsors and community partners
who support our work. RightRides For Women’s Safety offers
strong reference and resume-building experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish internship goals with assistance of Executive Director
- Internet research to generate leads on sponsors, donors and vendors
for the event and the silent auction
- Seek and secure accessible venue to host event
- Communicate via in-person, phone and email with potential sponsors,
donors and vendors regarding the overall mission of organization
and overview of the event in order to secure their support
- Organize and manage central aspects of event both pre-, during
and post-event by working closely with key Board Members on the
Event Committee, the Executive Director and general RightRides
volunteers as needed
- Assist with preparing press releases about event and promoting
event as needed
- Maintain donor, sponsor and vendor database
- Prepare brief report post-event for internal use
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS, or working towards degree, with minimum of 2 years college
completed with course work in communications, event planning, non
profit management, public affairs, Women’s and/or LGBTQ studies.
- Those with experience in program and/or event management preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and internet research
required.
- Excellent oral and written command of English grammar and spelling;
ability to effectively manage and present information to all parties
as required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Successful candidates will have a proactive, friendly, outgoing nature
and ability to engage sponsors, donors and vendors to secure donations
and support; possess initiative to identify, track and follow up
with leads; ability to act as the liaison between organization
and sponsors, donors and vendors; ability to work with a number
of key groups: sponsors, donors and vendors, the Executive
Director, Board Members on the Event Committee and general RightRides
volunteers as needed.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate ability to function independently,
prioritize duties, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, while paying
close attention to details and working under deadlines. Candidates
must also have a strong interest in violence prevention, women’s
and LGBTQ safety plus raising funds for a great cause!
TO APPLY
This position is highly competitive!
resume with a cover letter stating interest to:
Oraia Reid
Executive Director
Please do not fax, telephone or mail inquiries/resumes as they will
not be accepted.
Deadline for submission of resumes is open until filled. RightRides
For Women’s Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. People of
color and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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