Internships

Standort: Remote within California

Start Date: September 16

Reports to: Operations & Development Senior Manager

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours/week), starting September 16 and ending on November 30

Essential functions: 

California Common Cause is seeking an intern to assist with and learn about our policy work around Voting Rights and Elections. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

The intern will:

• Support and promote all of our policy efforts in your community and on campus, including on topics related to voting & elections.
• Build skills in effective research and external outreach; learn about our key priorities to create a more accountable government in California

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $17.50/hour for 20 hours per week for the duration of the internship

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Remote within California

Start Date: Monday, September 16th

Reports to: Operations & Development Senior Manager

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours/week), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Saturday, November 30th

Essential functions: 

California Common Cause is seeking an intern to assist with and learn about our communications work. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

The intern will:

• Keep our members and the public engaged in our efforts to strengthen our democracy

• Create website and social media content, including blog posts, graphics, one-pagers, videos, or other content types

• Help manage social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
• Build skills in effective external outreach; learn about our key priorities to create a more accountable government in California

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $17.50/hour for 20 hours per week for the duration of the internship

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application here. Note that you will be asked for your resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Remote within Colorado

Start Date: Monday, September 16th

Reports to: Programs & Engagement Manager, CO

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours/pay period), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Saturday, November 30th

Essential functions: 

Colorado Common Cause is seeking a paid Democracy Intern to assist with voter protection activities, policy research, and grassroots engagement. The Democracy Intern will report to Colorado Common Cause’s Programs & Engagement Manager. Individuals with keen interest in government affairs and the legislative process, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy are highly encouraged to apply.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

The intern will:

• Support our 2024 voter protection field program, which may include supporting volunteers virtually and in person.

• Conduct policy research in anticipation of the 2025 legislative session.

• Assist in coordinating member outreach, including events, emails, and social media

• Build skills in effective research and external outreach; learn about our key priorities to create a more accountable government in Colorado
• Occasionally staff in-person events, including our September 25th fundraiser and tabling opportunities during the voting period (late October through Election Day). At these events, have direct conversations with Coloradans about our work with a goal of driving them to action on our campaigns.

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application here. Note that you will be asked to upload your resume. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Florida Virtual

Reports to: Geschäftsführender Direktor

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours/pay period)

Essential functions: Common Cause Florida is seeking an intern to work with our voting and elections program. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a major election year with nonpartisan grassroots engagement, volunteer management, voting rights/education messaging, research, and data analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about voting and elections.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Assist with research and data analysis to support election protection, including to identify priority precincts across the state

• Assisting and growing and engaging volunteer capacity

• Assisting in election protection organizing for elections

• Posting social media content on various platforms
• Aid in election protection webinars and trainings

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A basic understanding for working with data and an interest in learning more

• A passion for learning about voting rights and elections

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: This position is hybrid.

Start Date: September 16th-November 30th, 2024

Reports to: Indiana Executive Director

Details: This is a part-time internship working 20 hours per pay period starting Monday, September 16th and ending Friday, November 29th. The intern will need to have reliable access to Wi-Fi and a computer, and the intern must be located in Indiana for the duration of the internship. Indianapolis or Central Indiana location is preferred.

Essential functions: 

Common Cause Indiana is seeking a Volunteer and Membership Engagement Intern. This is an exciting opportunity on the front lines of democracy to learn about and assist with volunteer management, social media management, building engaging voting rights content, and organizing community trainings. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• assist in engaging CCIN membership to grow volunteer capacity

• assist in election protection organizing for the 2024 election

• create and drive engagement for youth voters in 2024 election

• assist in building CCIN social media presence

• aid in election protection webinars and trainings
• create voting rights and information resources

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

The Common Cause Democracy fellowship aims to address the voter suppression that young people of color experience by working with Minority Serving Institutions and the communities around those campuses. This academic year we are hosting HBCU Democracy fellows in North Carolina and Maryland and Democracy Fellows from campuses across Texas.

Democracy Fellows will work closely with Common Cause state staff and national youth programs staff to boost civic engagement and promote the value of becoming lifelong participants in democracy on their campus.

All applicants must attend  a Maryland or North Carolina HBCU.

Fall Semester:

In the fall semester, Democracy Fellows will focus on increasing student turnout by:

• creatively communicating with peers about the importance of students voting and having a voice in decisions affecting their everyday lives, their futures, and our HBCUs.
• disseminating information about the voting processes (voter registration, requesting absentee ballots, accessing polling locations, voting early, etc).
• connecting with students on issue areas of student interest and Common Cause policy platforms;
• attending community events to learn about early voting, election protocol, and what will be expected during the general election.
• recruiting volunteers for GOTV roles (phonebankers bankers, canvassers, poll monitors, etc.)
• Participate in all GOTV activities (phonebanks, canvasses, poll monitoring, voter registration drives, board of election engagement, etc.)

Spring Semester:

In the spring semester, Democracy Fellows will focus on building relationships and educating their peers on ways to influence change by:

• hosting events and discussion on topics that highlight the importance of civic engagement beyond voting.
• Participate in state advocacy days
• disseminate information on bills that will have a direct impact on students
• Write a blog or OpEd on a topic of interest.

This is a ten hour minimum per week commitment for the semester with the opportunity to continue for up to two additional semesters. Selected Democracy Fellows will receive $1000 per semester divided into monthly payments..

Opportunities

• Build relationships with student leaders on your campus, in your state, and across the country;
• Participate in leadership and organizing trainings to prepare you for future work in politics, law, advocacy, public relations, and more;
• Develop a mentoring relationship with Common Cause’s staff and connections to Common Cause’s community of partners.

Responsibilities 

• Recruit and cultivate volunteers
• Manage and participate in voter registration and community outreach
• Track contacts and enter information into data form
• Participate in statewide and national Democracy Fellow trainings and learning events (beginning of each semester, monthly conference calls, and etc.)
• Attend weekly or biweekly meetings with Common Cause staff and other campus Democracy Fellows to coordinate activities
• Establish and maintain relationships with community and campus partners
• Support and advance the Common Cause Student Action Alliance’s  mission
• Increase Common Cause Student Action Alliance’s social media presence (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
• Disseminate information about the voting processes by making class announcements, organizing residence hall dialogues, tabling, and attending partner events
• Work closely with Common Cause staff to develop individual goals that are in alignment with student’s strengths and interests.

An ideal candidate will

• Demonstrate leadership qualities
• Engage peers and surrounding community in the electoral process
• Have strong written and verbal skills

Contact us by email at youthprograms@commoncause.org if you have any questions. Complete application here.

Start Date: September 16-November 30, 2024

Reports to: Michigan Outreach and Engagement Manager

Details: This is a part-time internship (30hours/pay period), starting Monday September 16, 2024, and ending Friday November 29, 2024

Essential functions: 

Common Cause Michigan (CCMI) is seeking a Membership Engagement Intern. This is an exciting opportunity.

On the front lines of democracy to learn about and assist with volunteer management, social media management, build engaging voting rights content, and assist with community training. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• assist in engaging CCMI membership through email and phonebanks to grow volunteer capacity

• assist in election protection organizing for elections

• create and drive engagement for youth voters in 2024 elections

• assist in building CCMI social media presence

• aid in election protection webinars and trainings
• create voting rights and information resources

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $2,625 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application here. Note that you will be asked for your resume and a cover letter. If you move forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: This position is hybrid. The intern will work partially remotely and partially out of the Common Cause Rhode Island office in Providence. Additionally, the intern will attend events throughout the state.

Start Date: September 16th-November 15th, 2024

Reports to: Outreach and Engagement Manager (RI)

Details: This is a part-time internship (30 hours/pay period), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Friday, November 15th. The intern will need to have reliable access to Wi-Fi and a computer, and the intern must be located in Rhode Island for the duration of the internship.

Essential functions: 

Common Cause (RI) is seeking an Outreach and Engagement Intern to work on issues related to voting and elections, democracy reform, civic education, and advocacy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process in Rhode Island. This intern will create engaging social media content, organize and attend community events, recruit and train volunteers, and work in collaborative spaces with various coalition partners. This is a chance to learn and develop new skills at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in:

• Assist staff with a range of advocacy, programming, and communications activities, including:

• Recruiting and training Election Protection volunteers for the General Election in November.

• Supporting other nonpartisan election-related efforts, such as voter registration, voter education, GOTV (get out the vote) activities, National Voter Education Week, and/or poll worker recruitment.

• Mobilizing activists and community members in support of our policy priorities, using digital and in-person organizing tools and techniques.

• Creating website, newsletter, and social media content, including blog posts, graphics, one-pagers, training materials, videos, or other content types.

• Organizing and promoting in-person, hybrid, and virtual events such as webinars, rallies, trainings, press conferences, community presentations, and/or educational sessions.
• Promoting the organization’s work at community events.

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• An ability and willingness to work in a collaborative setting.

• An ability and willingness to work in a nonpartisan manner.

• An ability and willingness to represent the organization in a professional manner.

• An ability and willingness to work with individuals and groups from a variety of backgrounds.

• A desire to learn about elections, the legislative process, democracy reform, and nonpartisan advocacy.

• A desire to develop skills in digital and in-person organizing, volunteer recruitment and training, and community engagement.

• A desire and willingness to learn new skills while building upon existing organizational, time management, writing, listening, and communication skills.

• A familiarity or willingness to learn Google Workspace programs including Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Forms.
• A familiarity or willingness to learn digital communication and social media tools.

Compensation: $2,625 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: New Mexico Hybrid (mostly virtual with community work)

Start Date: September 15-November 30

Reports to: Geschäftsführender Direktor

Details: This is a part-time internship (30 hours per pay period), starting June 1st

Essential functions:

Common Cause NM is seeking a Legislative and Advocacy Intern for the summer of 2024. This is an exciting opportunity at the intersection of advocacy, communications, and community engagement. This intern will help create social media content, assist with grassroots activities, and work in collaborative spaces with various coalition partners. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Assist with grassroots activities during the summer outreach season

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, training, and manage for CCNM’s election protection program

• Assist in policy advocacy during the New Mexico legislature’s interim session
• Generate content for social media

Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to do community engagement work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills

• A willingness to learn new skills

• Familiar with:

• Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Presentations)

• Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Proficient with Zoom/Teams virtual meetings and webinars

Compensation: $2,625 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Nebraska Virtual

Start Date: September 16th- November 30th

Reports to: Common Cause Nebraska Executive Director

Details: This is a part-time internship (30 hours per pay period), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Friday, November 29th

Essential functions: 

Common Cause Nebraska is seeking an Advocacy Intern. This is an exciting opportunity at the intersection of advocacy and communications. This intern will create engaging social media content, assist with grassroots activities, and work in collaborative spaces with various coalition partners. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Support election protection efforts to recruit, train and manage volunteers across the state. This includes supporting local election protection partners;

• Assist with research, social media, and other written outreach particularly around voting rights and election reform;

• Assist in organizing and promoting events including virtual townhalls, policy forums and rallies;
• Assist in educating and engaging voters so they are informed about the 2024 elections and any changes to the voting process. This includes developing educational materials and social media materials, working with local organizations to provide elections support, and/or mobilizing our members.

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $2,625 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: New York Virtual

Start Date: September 16th- November 30th

Reports to: Geschäftsführender Direktor

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours per pay period), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Friday, November 29th

Essential functions: 

Common Cause (NY) is seeking an Research and Advocacy Intern. This is an exciting opportunity at the intersection of advocacy and education. This intern will create engaging social media content, assist with grassroots activities, and work in collaborative spaces with various coalition partners. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Assist in educating and engaging voters so they are informed about the 2024 elections and NY and NYC ballot measures. This includes developing educational materials and social media materials, working with local organizations to provide educational support, and/or mobilizing our members;

• Assist with research, social media, and other written outreach particularly around NY and NYC ballot measures;

• Assist in organizing and promoting events including virtual townhalls, policy forums and rallies.

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections and government affairs

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: hybrid remote/in person New York City

Start Date: September 16th- November 30th

Reports to: Program and Development Manager

Details: This is a part-time internship (20 hours/pay period), starting Monday, September 16th and ending Friday, November 29th

Essential functions: 

Common Cause (NY) is seeking an Organizing Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to help New York voters during the 2024 Election. This intern will create engaging social media content, assist with grassroots activities, and work in collaborative spaces with various members of the team. This is a chance to learn and grow at a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Assist in educating and engaging voters so they are informed about the 2024 elections and any changes to the voting process. This includes developing educational materials and social media materials, working with local organizations to provide elections support, and/or mobilizing our members;

• Support election protection efforts to recruit, train and manage volunteers across the state. This includes supporting local election protection partners which may include leading a volunteer team of non-partisan poll monitors;

• Assist in organizing and promoting events including virtual townhalls, policy forums and rallies.

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections and government affairs,

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build or acquire skills as an organizer and attention to detail

• A willingness to work with volunteers

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Pennsylvania (remote)

Start Date: September 16, 2024

Reports to: Geschäftsführender Direktor

Details: This is a part-time internship (30 hours/pay period), starting September 16th and ending November 30th  

Essential functions: Common Cause Pennsylvania is seeking an intern to work with our election protection program. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a major election year with nonpartisan grassroots engagement, volunteer management, voting rights/education messaging, research, data analysis, and training/events. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about voting and elections.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in

• Assisting in recruiting, training, and assignment of Election Protection volunteers

• Assisting in election protection organizing for elections

• Posting social media content on various platforms

• Developing voting rights messaging and content for public education
• Assist with tech for Zoom meetings and webinars for coalition calls and member recruitment

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
• A willingness to learn new skills

Compensation: $2,2625 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application form here. You will be asked to submit a resume and a cover letter. If you are moved forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

Standort: Virtual

Reports to: Digital Campaigns Manager

Details: This is a paid, part-time internship (20 hours per pay period), starting September 16th and ending November 15th

Essential functions: Common Cause is seeking a Digital Campaigns Intern. The intern will work at the intersection of democracy and digital campaigning. This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to mass email and SMS analytics, draft content, and assist in improving the existing digital program in a non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.

Skills you will build and work you will be involved in:

– Drafting email, web, and/or SMS content

– Track and analyze data then make strategic recommendations based on findings

– Brainstorm and implement A/B tests

– Researching up-and-coming digital advocacy tactics and presenting them to the Digital Campaigns Manager

– Digital production in our eCRM, ActionNetwork

Qualifications

You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:

• A passion for learning about elections, government affairs, and the legislative process

• A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail

• A willingness to build your writing and listening skills

• A willingness to learn new skills

• Attention to detail, ability to write clearly and concisely, basic data analysis skills (can coach on this if needed, A/B test analysis)
• A strong commitment to Common Cause’s nonpartisan mission, and a desire to communicate that mission to promote our work

Compensation: $1,750 for the 11 weeks paid in 5 equal twice monthly payments on the 15th and last day of the month.

Classification: This position is classified as temporary and therefore not included in the union-represented collective bargaining unit.

To Apply: Please complete the application here  Note that you will be asked for your resume and a cover letter. If you move forward in the process, additional details about the interview process will be shared with you by the hiring team.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.