DCCC Internship Application

We are accepting applications for Summer 2010 internships.

Internships at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee are designed to give students substantial exposure to practical, campaign-style politics on a national level. DCCC internships are unpaid, volunteer positions.

Internships are available in the following divisions:

--Online Communications
--Direct Marketing and Membership
--Communications
--Finance
--Member Services
--Political
--Research
--Accounting/Compliance
--Candidate Services and Candidate Fundraising

Read more about the divisions.

Qualifications:

Interns at the DCCC must be able to work independently as well as respond to direction. Most importantly, interns must finish assigned work quickly, thoroughly, and accurately. Other qualifications include:

--Commitment to the goals of the Democratic Party and the DCCC
--Good analytical and communications skills
--Working knowledge of the legislative and electoral process, especially in regards to the House of Representatives
--Familiarity with Microsoft Office and other applicable computer programs

What does an internship at the DCCC give you?

--The DCCC will assist the intern in obtaining academic credit.
--The DCCC provides a transportation stipend for the metro.
--Interns will have exposure to important and well-connected people in the Democratic Party. Interns will probably meet Members of Congress and many of the staff members.
--You will also be able to get a hands-on, insider view of some of the strategies, policies, and procedures followed in national campaign politics.

To apply, please complete the fields below and upload the required documents.

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The DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran's status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the DCCC, including opportunity for employment and treatment as a DCCC employee. The DCCC is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.