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MissionWired

Associate Content Strategist

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$60K/yr

Over the years, we have worked with various progressive political organizations and believe that ... Introductory experience, including internships, writing speeches or emails in someone else's voice ...

MissionWired

Associate Content Strategist

$60K/yr

Over the years, we have worked with various progressive political organizations and believe that ... Introductory experience, including internships, writing speeches or emails in someone else's voice ...

Dougherty County

Internship

Albany, GA

... resources, political science, forensic science, and judicial systems. The Internship Program ... To inspire interns to perform meaningful work, objectives are set, and the progress of the ...

Dougherty County, GA

Internship

Albany, GA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

... resources, political science, forensic science, and judicial systems. The Internship Program ... To inspire interns to perform meaningful work, objectives are set, and the progress of the ...

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How much do progressive political internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for progressive political internship in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Progressive Political Internship?

A Progressive Political Internship is a temporary position that provides hands-on experience in political campaigns, advocacy organizations, or non-profits with a progressive or left-leaning mission. Interns typically support efforts related to social justice, environmental issues, voting rights, or other progressive causes by assisting with research, communications, event planning, and community outreach. The goal is to help interns develop skills in organizing, policy analysis, and political strategy while contributing to meaningful change. These internships are ideal for students or recent graduates interested in exploring careers in politics, advocacy, or public service.

What is the difference between Progressive Political Internship vs Campaign Volunteer?

AspectProgressive Political InternshipCampaign Volunteer
Required CredentialsTypically students or early-career individuals, some political science backgroundNo formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentStructured, with specific tasks and learning objectivesFlexible, task-based, often on-site or remote
Employer & Industry UsageOrganizations, campaigns, nonprofits involved in politicsPolitical campaigns, grassroots efforts

Progressive Political Internships are structured programs often aimed at students or early-career individuals seeking experience in politics, with defined roles and learning goals. Campaign Volunteers are generally informal, offering support without formal training or objectives. Internships provide more formal training and potential networking opportunities, while volunteering is more flexible and task-oriented.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Progressive Political Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Progressive Political Intern, you typically need solid research, writing, and organizational skills, often supported by coursework or experience in political science, public policy, or related fields. Familiarity with digital communication platforms, social media management tools, and voter outreach systems is common, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a passion for progressive causes help interns excel in fast-paced and collaborative environments. These competencies are crucial for effectively supporting campaign efforts, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and advancing progressive policy goals.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect during a Progressive Political Internship?

As a Progressive Political Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of tasks such as assisting with grassroots organizing, conducting policy research, supporting campaign communications, and helping coordinate events or voter outreach efforts. You'll often work closely with campaign staff, volunteers, and community partners, gaining hands-on experience in both fieldwork and administrative support. This role offers valuable insight into the fast-paced, collaborative environment of political campaigns, and interns frequently have opportunities to contribute ideas and take on increasing responsibilities as the internship progresses.
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Infographic showing various Progressive Political Internship job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.
Fall 2026 Political Internship

Fall 2026 Political Internship

Democratic Governors Association

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$17 - $22.75/hr

Other

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

The Democratic Governors Association (DGA), the independent, non-profit, campaign committee responsible for electing and supporting Democratic governors, is seeking a Political intern for the Fall 2026 term. The DGA works closely with the state and Washington, D.C. offices of the Democratic governors as well as many other national Democratic and progressive organizations.

DGA internships allow interested students to obtain practical political experience within the DGA Political Department including policy and candidate research, political memo's, political contact information, drafting emails, and administrative support to the DGA staff who are responsible for working with the nation's Democratic governors and candidates to help with strategy and position them to win campaigns.

DGA Political interns are assigned a variety of projects and tasks that support the DGA Political, Communications, Research, and Administrative staff. The Political intern mainly reports to the Political Assistant for assignments and feedback, as well as regular check-ins with the Intern Coordinator who manages DGA's internship program.

For the Fall 2026 Term, DGA internships will be hybrid, with the option for interns located in Washington, DC to use the office on a limited basis. Selected interns are provided a program stipend of $4,000. Housing is not provided.

Applicants should submit a resume and 1-2 paragraphs on why you want to work as an Intern at the DGA and how you anticipate a DGA internship will benefit your career. Please include a draft work schedule at the end of your 1-2 paragraphs. Hour requirements are listed below. Potential applicants who have an interest in working on Democratic campaigns or supporting Democratic Campaigns are strongly encouraged to apply. No calls or emails, please.

This application will remain open until the positions are filled. 

Typical Responsibilities
  • Assist the Political Assistant along with other members of the Political team with day-to-day tasks which can include spreadsheet management, writing memos, and creating presentations.
  • Assist with pulling media statistics and data, creating traffic reports, sending out new ads as they are released, building finance reports, and tracking candidates and other race information.
  • Assist in organizing deployment of DGA staff as the election approaches.
  • Assist with resume outreach and maintaining Google Drive folders for campaigns.
  • Attending briefings or information sessions about related work in the democratic field and writing memos for the Political team.
  • Help with other special projects, assignments, and tasks as assigned by DGA Communications, Research, Finance, Digital, and Administrative staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Excellent punctuality and attendance;
  • Good, professional verbal and written communication skills;
  • Good and consistent attention to detail;
  • Ability to cooperate and effectively communicate with a diverse staff and other interns;
  • Ability to ask appropriate questions to gather information to complete a task on time and up to expectations;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.;
  • Proficiency with other web tools such as Google Docs;
  • Strong commitment to the principles of the Democratic Party;
  • Strong interest in current events and national/state/local campaigns and politics;
  • For Fall terms, hybrid availability for a minimum of 18 hours per week is preferred 
Diversity Practices 
The DGA is committed to ensuring equal opportunity to participate in the internship program regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. The DGA strongly encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply to this internship.
 
Closing
The DGA Internship Coordinator can work with selected interns and their school/program to obtain course credit for this internship.
 
The DGA offices are based in downtown Washington, DC and we are currently in a hybrid work protocol. The DGA will work with potential candidates to schedule remote interviews and process on-boarding procedures remotely, as necessary.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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