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Political Data Intern - Fall 2026

Oakland, CA · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

Our interns learn about the current landscape of candidates running for office, politicians in office, and endorsers who support these candidates. Beyond political research, we are always looking to ...

Central Intelligence Agency

Political Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$63K - $158K/yr

Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic ... Political Science * At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale Additional information Candidates should ...

DCCC

Regional Political Director

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K/yr

The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns - both challengers and ... The Regional Political Director will be responsible for working with challenger and open seat ...

DCCC

Regional Political Director

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K/yr

National Political Director Department: Political Work Location: In-Office (DC Headquarters) Job ... The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns - both challengers and ...

DCCC

Regional Political Director

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K/yr

National Political Director Department: Political Work Location: In-Office (DC Headquarters) Job ... The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns - both challengers and ...

Socket.dev

Regional Political Director

Washington, DC · On-site

The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns - both challengers and ... Reports to: National Political Director Department: Political Work Location: In-Office (DC ...

DCCC

Regional Political Director

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K/yr

The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns - both challengers and ... The Regional Political Director will be responsible for working with challenger and open seat ...

The Guardian

Political Enterprise Reporter

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The ideal candidate will be well sourced in Washington and adept at covering the executive branch, political campaigns, or members of Congress. Department: Politics Team Reports to: Political ...

The Guardian

Political Enterprise Reporter

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The ideal candidate will be well sourced in Washington and adept at covering the executive branch, political campaigns, or members of Congress. Department: Politics Team Reports to: Political ...

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What is the difference between Political Candidate vs Campaign Manager?

AspectPolitical CandidateCampaign Manager
Required CredentialsOften no formal credentials; political experience helpfulExperience in campaign strategy, management, and communications
Work EnvironmentPublic-facing, campaign events, debatesOffice-based, coordinating campaign activities
Employer/Industry UsageRuns for office representing a party or constituencyWorks for a candidate or political organization to run campaigns
Common Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding candidate roles in electionsUnderstanding campaign management roles

While a Political Candidate runs for public office and represents voters, a Campaign Manager oversees the campaign's strategy and operations to support the candidate's success. Both roles are integral to electoral processes but differ significantly in responsibilities and work environment.

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Political Data Intern - Fall 2026

Oakland, CA • On-site, Remote

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$17 - $22.75/hr

Part-time, Internship

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Research and update political candidate information for selected U.S. states

  • Track candidate declarations, ballot measures, and collect voter guides and endorsements

  • Manage and input political data into open-source platforms and spot-check nationwide data

Job description

* Fraud and phishing warning *
Please apply directly via our volunteering portal/ATS at https://wevote.applytojob.com/apply. Do not apply via any other job portals, aggregators, or sites, as your information may not be secure, or the role may no longer be accepting applications. Thank you
Volunteer Role: WeVote Political Data Intern (Volunteer Position)
Location: Remote within the US
About WeVote
WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup and a celebrated Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee. WeVote is a movement of over 180 passionate volunteers (starting with the founders) who are building open-source mobile technologies that touch and mobilize millions of voters on Election Day. We observe that many voters are busy, distracted, and impatient. We have a goal of providing a complete voting experience in 8 minutes, including the download of our app ("WeVote Ballot Guide, @WeVote"). More information is at WeVote.US. See Twitter @WeVote. We are a 100% volunteer and remote organization.
A bit more about the Fall 2026/27 Intern Cohort
We have a strong history of Internship cohorts (200+ interns over the past four years). We have built 8 teams of Interns, led by experienced professionals who have a strong connection to academia and our mission. Our interns learn about the current landscape of candidates running for office, politicians in office, and endorsers who support these candidates. Beyond political research, we are always looking to offer ways you can build your professional skills, and grow as a person in a way that leads to your future success.
What You'll Do
  • Research and update political candidate information for several U.S. states (you get to choose regions you want to learn about from the whole country)
  • Track candidate declarations and ballot measures
  • Collect voter guides and endorsements from a range of organizations
  • Manage and input data into our open-source platforms
  • Spot-check political data nationwide and research reported issues
  • Support marketing with relevant political data insights

Requirements
  • Interest in civic engagement, elections, or U.S. politics
  • Detail-oriented, inquisitive, and proactive learner
  • Willingness to collaborate remotely with a diverse volunteer team
  • FALL INTERNS: Commitment of 10 hours/week for 10-12 weeks during Fall (incl. 1 hour team meeting M-F, 8am-5pm PT)
  • Alignment with WeVote's nonpartisan mission & values (shared in process)
  • Access to device/internet; we're open to discussing access needs
  • Be located in the US during the academic term

What You'll Gain
  • Resume-worthy experience in political data, civic tech, and nonprofit work
  • Growing network of civically engaged peers and mentors
  • Personalized letter of recommendation after successful completion
  • Direct impact on equitable voter access and information

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Accessibility
WeVote is fully volunteer-driven, and we are proud of our grassroots model. We welcome volunteers of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, income levels, and political perspectives-everyone committed to fair, accessible elections. Whether you're new or bring years of experience, there's a place for you. We know that unpaid roles present barriers. We offer flexible hours and encourage open discussion of needed accommodations for technology, time, or work style.
How to Apply
Send your resume and a brief note or cover letter describing:
  • Why you're interested in WeVote and our mission and how being an intern will help you on your career path
  • A bit about yourself, your background or interests
  • Any questions you have for us

Apply