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Political Data Intern - Fall 2026

Oakland, CA · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

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 ...

... by uniting data, automation, and intelligence to drive measurable growth. Our platform powers ... Simpli.fi is currently hiring for a Political Account Executive to join our Political team. This ...

Data Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Political experience - At least one cycle of data experience at a political campaign or at a progressive organization, including working with voter files and voter contact data. * Strong SQL skills ...

Political experience - At least one cycle of data experience at a political campaign or at a progressive organization, including working with voter files and voter contact data. * Strong SQL skills ...

In particular, we're looking for someone with past political experience who loves the work we do supporting states, understands both the data and the program context, and can turn data into not just ...

You have experience working with political data like state voter files, election results, or data on voter, volunteer, or donor engagement. * You have direct experience with voter databases and ...

Experience with opposition research, political data, or public records. * Background in editing or memo production. Benefits Health insurance and paid vacation, plus the opportunity to do work with ...

The ideal candidate has worked in progressive political data and has taken on data engineering type projects in past roles (even if they didn't come with a data engineer title). You should have solid ...

Data Engineer (Cycle)

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The ideal candidate has worked in progressive political data and has taken on data engineering type projects in past roles (even if they didn't come with a data engineer title). You should have solid ...

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How much do political data jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for political data in the United States is $165,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $133,500.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a political data job?

Political data jobs involve collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data related to political campaigns, elections, voter behavior, and public opinion. Professionals in this field use statistical and analytical tools to help political organizations, candidates, or advocacy groups make data-driven decisions. Their work may include polling, demographic analysis, voter modeling, and tracking political trends. These roles are crucial for developing campaign strategies, targeting voters, and measuring campaign effectiveness.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in political data analysis, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in political data analysis often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing datasets, ensuring data accuracy, and managing tight deadlines during election cycles. Additionally, working with diverse teams—including campaign staff, pollsters, and technology experts—requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Staying updated with the latest analytical tools and methodologies is essential, as is maintaining strict data privacy and ethical standards. Overcoming these challenges involves continuous learning, effective collaboration, and proactive project management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a political data analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Data Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, statistical knowledge, and experience with data interpretation, typically supported by a degree in political science, statistics, or a related field. Proficiency in data analysis software such as R, Python, SQL, and data visualization tools like Tableau is commonly required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines help analysts convey complex findings to diverse audiences. These competencies are crucial for providing actionable insights that inform campaign strategies, policy decisions, and public opinion research.

What is the difference between Political Data vs Political Analyst?

AspectPolitical DataPolitical Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Political Science, Data Analysis, or related fields; proficiency in data toolsBachelor's or Master's in Political Science, Public Policy, or related fields; strong analytical skills
Work EnvironmentData-focused roles in government, research firms, or NGOsResearch, policy analysis, and reporting in government agencies, think tanks, or media
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by data teams, research departments, and political campaignsEmployed by think tanks, government, media outlets, and political organizations

Political Data involves collecting, managing, and analyzing political information using data tools, while Political Analysts interpret political trends, develop insights, and produce reports. Both roles require strong analytical skills, but Political Data focuses more on data management, whereas Political Analysts focus on interpretation and communication of political insights.

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Infographic showing various Political Data job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,018 per year, or $79.3 per hour.

Principal Political & Data Strategist

Arlington, VA • On-site


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$180K - $230K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Your Job
i360 is seeking a Principal Political & Data Strategist to serve as the single-threaded relationship owner for our flagship political and advocacy client. This is not a traditional analyst or account manager role - it sits at the intersection of political consulting, data analytics, and client delivery. Utilizing your deep political acumen and ability to translate between strategy and data, you will own the client relationship end-to-end, set priorities and deadlines for political deliverables, synthesize analytical outputs into actionable political guidance, and ensure every commitment lands on time and with impact. You will represent i360's political point of view externally and drive internal teams to deliver against client expectations for insight, timeliness, and relevance - not just technical correctness.
Our Team
You will be working with a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in our organization, partnering with Analytics, data management, and development to deliver political consulting and analytical products for our internal and external partners and clients. This role was created to establish clear ownership and reduce latency across the delivery chain - ensuring our most important political client receives the strategic depth, responsiveness, and accountability they deserve.
What You Will Do
  • Own the political / advocacy client relationship end-to-end, including expectations, priorities, satisfaction, and trust, acting as the primary thought partner who integrates political acumen, analytics inputs, and strategic context into client-facing guidance.
  • Set client-facing priorities and deadlines for political deliverables, and determine what constitutes "done" from a client value perspective - ensuring deliverables meet expectations for insight and relevance, not just technical accuracy.
  • Translate client needs into clear analytical and strategic asks for internal teams, and synthesize inputs from Analytics and other capabilities into coherent political guidance that campaign managers, political strategists, and committees can act on.
  • Proactively identify gaps, risks, and opportunities in the client's political strategy and surface them with concrete recommendations - drawing from experience with campaign cycles, voter behavior, turnout modeling, persuasion targeting, and political geography.
  • Be accountable for on-time, high-quality delivery of all political and analytical outputs for the client, regardless of where execution occurs internally. Track progress against commitments and intervene early when risks arise.
  • Set sequencing, timelines, and prioritization for client work across cross-functional teams. Resolve conflicts in prioritization through direct tradeoff discussions with functional leads and escalate unresolved issues through defined paths within 24 hours when client commitments are at risk.
  • Collaborate with functional leaders in Analytics, data engineering, and modeling who retain ownership of people, methods, and technical quality - while you own the prioritization, delivery deadlines, and client-facing coordination.
  • Communicate complex political and analytical insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including campaign staff, candidates, advocacy organizations, and political committees.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Experience owning high-stakes client relationships in political consulting, campaign strategy, public affairs, or political data and analytics
  • Experience translating between political grassroots strategy and data analytics
  • Experience working in a cross-functional environment where you drove outcomes through influence, coordination, and prioritization rather than direct authority.
  • Experience managing multiple workstreams and meeting tight deadlines, particularly during the fast-paced environment of campaign cycles.
  • Experience communicating data-driven political insights to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, including campaign managers, candidates, and political committees.

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Political Science, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, or related disciplines.
  • Experience working in or with organizations in the center-right political ecosystem, including campaigns, PACs, advocacy organizations, or political data firms.
  • Familiarity with voter file data, predictive modeling, audience segmentation, or similar political data products.
  • Experience using business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Power BI to interpret and present political data to clients and stakeholders.
  • Experience with voter behavior analysis, turnout modeling, persuasion targeting, media placement strategy, field resource allocation, or voter contact optimization.

For this role, we anticipate paying $180,000-$230,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form .
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, i360 works across industry lines to bring unique data, technology and analytics solutions to help our customers win. Our analysts and data scientists build and refine proven, sophisticated models that help customers understand and reach their target audience, visualize data and expand their reach.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
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