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Political Intern
7 months ago
Description
Job Title
Political Intern
Job Location
Washington, D.C.
Job Overview
- End Citizens United/Let America Vote (ECU/LAV) is seeking a Political Intern to join their team.
- ECU/LAV's mission is to fix our democracy by getting big money out of politics and protecting the right to vote.
- As a Political Intern, you will play a vital role in supporting federal, state, and local races across the country.
Compensation
- This is a paid position with a rate of $16.50 per hour.
- The internship starts in June with a flexible end date.
- Interns can work up to 35 hours per week.
- ECU provides a monthly transportation stipend.
Responsibilities
- Track campaigns and political news.
- Draft memorandums and candidate biographies.
- Monitor ads and voting rules changes in key races.
- Assist with research on target candidates' districts/states and incumbents' records.
- Occasionally monitor the front desk and answer the phone on in-office days.
- Other tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of how race, class, and other identity markers intersect with advocacy and electoral campaigns.
- Passion for campaign finance reform and voting rights.
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
- Must live in or relocate to DC, Maryland, or Virginia for the duration of the internship.
- ECU utilizes a flexible hybrid work-from-home and in-office policy.
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Career Paths
People who completed this type of internship end up in the following types of jobs
- Political Scientists
- Fundraisers
- Social Science Research Assistants
- Paralegals And Legal Assistants
- Legislators
Top majors
That get hired for this type of internship
People who did this kind of internship end up at the following companies
- US Congress
- United States Senate
- US Department Of State
- Deloitte
- US Department Of Justice
Estimated Monthly Living Expenses
For Washington, DC | $5,379/mo
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