We are a small firm that helps elect Democrats to office, pass progressive issue campaigns, and drive advocacy and communications for nonprofits, labor unions, and more. That’s why an internship with us is considered a gateway into a career in politics. We accept applications on a rolling basis; please read below for information on how to apply.

Responsibilities and Learning Opportunities

Through this role, interns will gain a general knowledge of the functions of a consulting firm, strengthen their political communications skills, work directly with political campaigns to gain an understanding of campaign operations, and make connections with elected officials and community leaders. As an intern, you will help with the following:

Communications

Assist in the production of flyers, web content, and other voter communications
Write, edit, and distribute press releases and earned media content
Assist in organizational and voter outreach, and response

Social Media

Assist in the management of social media pages
Design simple graphics for social media posts
Analyze engagement on platforms and help develop social media strategies
Work closely with staff to ensure messaging and branding are consistent

Candidate Relations

Complete endorsement questionnaires on behalf of candidates and campaigns
Help plan and attend fundraising events, as necessary
Conduct research and present results in a clear and concise format

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following competencies and skills:

Strong interpersonal skills, experience meeting deadlines, and the ability to multitask
Enjoys contributing to a supportive, fast-paced office
Ability to work 15-20 hours/week, both in person and remote
Attention to detail and good organizational skills
Clear and concise writing style
Social media skills or marketing experience
Familiarity with research tools

How to Apply

This internship is paid at $19.97/hr. Interested candidates should submit a resume with references and a cover letter via email to ryan@nwpconsulting.com with the subject line “Your Name - Internship Application.” Please also share your portfolio of past communications work, if possible.

Electing underrepresented voices and improving equity across systems is a core value at NWP Consulting. That starts internally. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are proud that our team consists of people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. We encourage you to apply if you share our passion for improving equity, access, and opportunity for all.

Apply for our internship today!