GLBT Scholarship Resources - Links to scholarship databases, study abroad programs,
and GLBT organizations and information.
Idealist - Provides a list of GLBT-related non-profit organizations where you might
find internships and jobs! Use Key Search on “gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender”
or L/G/B/T issues” to find over 500 agencies in the U.S.A. There are also GLBT-related
agencies located worldwide, accessible by this site.
KarMel Scholarship - A “Gay, Lesbian, Bi, and Transgender” Themed Scholarship awards
money for written and artistic submissions.
GLAAD(Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) - Tackles tough issues to shape the
narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that
has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.
The Human Rights Campaign - Offers a wide-range of job opportunities as well as a
multidisciplinary internship program.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Community Center - Provides “a home for the
birth, nurture, and celebration of our organizations, institutions, and culture; cares
for our individuals and groups in need; educates the public and our community; and
empowers our individuals and groups to achieve their fullest potential.” Lots of information
and links to other organizations and programs. The site also includes employment and
volunteering pages.
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force has worked to eliminate prejudice, violence,
and injustice against gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people at the local,
state, and national level since its inception in 1973. NGLTF has graduate and undergraduate
internships available each school session for college and university students or recent
graduates, covering a variety of disciplines. Internships are generally located in
the Washington, D.C. office; however, a limited number of positions may be available
at staff locations in Cambridge, MA, and New York, NY, depending on availability and
applicant qualifications. Guidelines for internships in different locations may differ.
The NGLTF also has some job listings if you go to their main page. For more information,
click the web link above or contact:
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, 1325 Massachusetts Ave. NW Suite 600 Washington,
DC 20005
Telephone: 202.393.5177, FAX 202.393.2241, TTY 202.393.2284, ngltf@ngltf.org
A1,000 + page website, designed for general audiences, that provides listings and
links to a variety of resources for information and services. Navigate the site by
geographical region or by topic. A click on “Support Organizations” leads to a geographical
breakdown. Choose a location and you will be taken to a number of organizations, each
with its own website. Helpful if you are interested in moving to a new area or looking
for work or internships with a support organization.
Scott Hitt Foundation - Believes that the obstacles facing full LGBT equality are
enormous. Confronting and eliminating these obstacles will require a new generation
of activists to launch, lead, and work within organizations that will ultimately prevail
in the battle for full equality. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for the next
generation of community leaders to receive a solid foundation in development and leadership
skills in order to achieve future success. The program offerings of the R. Scott Hitt
Foundation during your second year is focused solely on undergraduate and graduate
internships.
