Spring 2027 DNC General Internship

General Internship Summary:

The DNC's General Internship positions are a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience with public service and the political process. Interns will work in one of the DNC's many departments and will have the opportunity to learn about the mission and work of the Democratic National Committee. The departments offering General Internships include:

• Chair's Office
• Finance Department
• Political Department
• Organizing Department
• Communications Department
• State Party Partnerships and Grants Department
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Human Resources
• Mobilization Department
• Compliance Department
• Community Engagement Department

Position Summary:

Interns will work closely with their department and projects as assigned; duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Organizing departmental files and assisting with data entry / research
• Drafting memos, briefing documents, op-eds, and press releases
• Tracking social media and drafting social media content
• Working on research projects
• Assisting with events and event planning
• Assisting with volunteer recruitment and outreach
• Assisting with outreach to elected officials, donors, and other stakeholders
• Data entry and other operational support
• Assisting with research on election law and voting rights

The DNC's Internship Program provides a unique opportunity for hardworking, passionate, and dedicated individuals to gain real-world experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process, and gain valuable work experience.

The DNC is an equal opportunity employer. The DNC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, or any other basis prohibited by discrimination laws. The DNC encourages everyone to apply.

Program Dates and Deadlines:

The Spring 2027 Internship Program accepts applications through November 27, 2026.

The Spring 2027 Internship Program runs from January 11, 2027 to March 19, 2027.

The DNC hires interns to work 20 hours per week.

Interns are paid a $3,700 stipend for the program.

Interns based in D.C. are expected to work partial in-person hours at the DNC's D.C. office, and remote interns may do all work remotely.

Please allow up to 90 minutes to complete your application.

This is an unpaid internship position.

Intern Selection Criteria:

Applicants will be selected based upon the following criteria:

• Be enrolled, at the time of application, in an undergraduate or master's degree program, or have completed an undergraduate or master's degree within the last six months.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Applicants must not use ChatGPT or other third party AI platforms to draft their application responses because this will hinder our ability to select interns based on the merits of their individual experiences.
• Possess some experience with research, writing, or other relevant experience.
• Be highly motivated, professional, willing to learn, and able to collaborate in a team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week and attend weekly professional development sessions either virtually or in-person.
• Have demonstrable interest in Democratic politics and commitment to electing Democrats.

Who May Apply:

Undergraduate and graduate students.

If you are interested in applying for an internship opportunity with the DNC, please complete the application at https://apply.democrats.org/internships/ and upload your resume and cover letter.

Application Tips:

• Customize your cover letter to demonstrate your passion for the DNC's mission and goals.
• The application asks for you to consider a role at one of the DNC's departments — the roles are listed under specific departments in the application portal; do not apply to a role that is not listed.
• Use the first name field in the application for your nickname or preferred name if you prefer.
• You do not need a U.S. citizenship to apply.
• Applicants must complete the application within one session. Please allow up to 90 minutes to complete.
• You can find more detailed information about these opportunities in the DNC's Internship Program Overview by clicking here.
• All applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
• Please contact rbergren@dnc.org if you experience any difficulty during the application process.