Peace and Justice-Intern

Description

In order to support the Diocese of Phoenix, this intern position assists the Catholic Social Teaching office in its effort regarding the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD), and other peace and justice related work. This includes researching and collecting data/ information on parish programs associated with Catholic Social Teaching and the CCHD mission of “addressing the root causes of poverty in America…” (CCHD website). The intern will also develop relationships with parish leaders, volunteers, and community members to foster education in the area of Catholic Social Teaching. Last day to apply is April 18th. 

Requirements

Essential Functions: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Gather relevant information for Catholic parishes and charitable organizations to better serve leaders, programs, volunteers, and activities in a way that promotes the lived experience of Catholic Social Teaching.  
• Develop relationships with parish leaders, programs, volunteers, Catholic schools, and parish community members in order to foster education in this area and carry out the mission of CCHD on a local level. This will require visits to parishes and other non-profits for related events or research. 
• Organize and oversee the Catholic Campaign for Human Development local committee in promotion of and decisions on the CCHD second collection and local grant. 
• Other responsibilities as assigned including the potential for partnership with other Diocese of Phoenix departments focusing on peace and justice work. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• Working knowledge of Catholic moral and social teachings 
• Good team player and teamwork skills 
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal 
• High level of professionalism 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Creativity, initiative, and follow-through 
• Patience and tenacity 
• Self-directed and well organized  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook 
• Willingness to travel within the Diocese as needed 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• BS, BA, or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Love of Catholic faith and heart for service 
• Active practicing Roman Catholic who is in full communion with the Church 

Work Environment:  

• This job operates in a professional office environment.  
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. 
• This position reports to the Coordinator of Catholic Social Teaching. 
• This position will work on a part-time basis from Fall 2025 through Spring 2026. This position will work14 hours a week for 24 weeks total. 
• Please note, in addition to the normal work timeframe, one virtual orientation hosted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will take place May 28-30, 2025. This is mandatory. If you do not have the personal technology to attend this orientation, we will provide necessary accommodations.      

Physical Demands: 

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some local travel is required, as necessary. 

Other Duties: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.