Civic Engagement And Voter Protection Intern

Summary

Join the Democratic National Committee (DNC) Summer 2025 Internship Program for a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Democratic politics. The program runs from May 26th to August 1st, 2025, in a hybrid format, with in-person work in Washington, D.C., for local interns. A $3,000 stipend is provided, but housing is not included. Interns will work 20 hours per week. The application deadline is April 11th, 2025. The program focuses on civic engagement and voter protection, offering valuable experience in political processes.

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution)
• Graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the first day of the internship
• Be a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty, for any length of time, in the two years preceding the first day of the internship
• Commitment of 20 hours per week during the program
• Physically present in the United States to participate in this internship program
• Submit a Resume
• Submit a Cover letter
• Submit a Writing sample

Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory onboarding/offboarding sessions
• Conduct research
• Draft memos
• Organize events
• Assist the Civic Engagement & Voter Protection team with managing our year-round Voter Hotline
• Develop the Civic Engagement & Voter Protection team’s online and social media presence
• Manage our volunteer efforts
• Speak to voters nationwide through our year-round Voter Hotline
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Be a J.D. student

Benefits

$3,000 stipend