Campaigns and Elections Intern (Volunteer)
Core
Support NEA's strategic objective to focus member energy and resources toward the promotion of public education by participating in 2026 election activities and assignments within the Campaigns and Elections Department.
Role type
Volunteer intern in political campaigns and organizing
Builds
Campaigns and organizing efforts for a national education union
Domain
Public education policy and union advocacy
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
research, data analysis, writing, editing, social media management, budgeting, timeline management, targeting, communications, strategic planning, capacity building, team building, legislative strategy development, report preparation, interviewing, organizing tools usage
Preferred skills
experience in membership/labor organizations, federal policy and regulatory issues, official protocol navigation, collaboration, communication, presentation skills
Technologies
Internet applications, social media platforms, organizing tools
Responsibilities
Conduct research and data analysis; write, edit, and prepare reports; assist with partnership events, meetings, and policy forums; participate in Capitol Hill visits; support campaign planning elements including budgets, timelines, and targeting; develop organizing and capacity-building strategies.
Seniority
Intern, fixed-term volunteer