Remote Campaign Intern
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Job Description
About the Company:
This is a grassroots campaign for Collin Thompson, an educator and public servant running for New York City Council in District 5 (Upper East Side & Roosevelt Island). It’s a competitive race against an entrenched incumbent. The campaign aims to bring “bold, common-sense change” to city government, focusing on issues like radically increasing teachers’ pay, reinvesting in public schools, and prioritizing schools, subways, safety, sanitation, shelter, and small businesses. Collin Thompson positions himself as an “outsider” ready to challenge career politicians.
Job Description:
This is an unpaid remote internship offering hands-on experience in a political campaign. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, comfortable communicating with people, and passionate about New York City. The role focuses on the campaign’s digital field operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct remote voter outreach: This involves phone banking and text banking to connect with voters.
• Participate in team meetings: Regular Zoom meetings, trainings, and debriefs are part of the role.
• Track and report outreach metrics: Monitoring and reporting on the success of outreach efforts.
• Amplify campaign messaging: Sharing digital content and updates on social media and other platforms.
• Support virtual volunteer events: Assisting in the organization and promotion of these events.
• Support volunteer recruitment and training: Helping to onboard and train new volunteers.
• Represent the campaign professionally: Maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude while interacting with voters and colleagues.
Qualifications:
• Strong communication skills: A friendly and respectful demeanor is crucial for phone and text interactions.
• Reliable internet access and equipment: A stable internet connection and access to a phone or computer are essential.
• Passion for local politics and NYC’s future: A genuine interest in local government and improving the city.
• Self-motivation and time management skills: Ability to work independently and manage one’s own schedule.
• Experience with or willingness to learn phone and text banking tools: Prior experience is a plus, but training will be provided.
• Positive attitude and teamwork skills: A collaborative spirit and willingness to contribute to a team effort.
