Congressional Campaign Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Congressional Campaign Intern

Company: David Pan for Congress

Location: On-site in Santa Ana, CA

Role Type: Internship

About the Campaign:
David Pan for Congress is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Congressional Campaign Intern. This is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience in the dynamic world of political campaigns, directly contributing to the efforts to elect David Pan to Congress. Our campaign is committed to engaging with the community, advocating for our platform, and building a strong grassroots movement.

Role Description:
As a Congressional Campaign Intern, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of the campaign, working directly on-site in Santa Ana, CA. This internship offers a comprehensive immersion into the intricacies of a political campaign, providing practical experience in voter outreach, event coordination, and campaign management. You will be instrumental in connecting with the community, mobilizing support, and ensuring the effective execution of various campaign initiatives to help achieve our electoral goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Voter Engagement & Outreach: Actively participate in engaging with diverse audiences of voters through various methods, including phone banking, canvassing, and direct voter contact events, to communicate the candidate’s platform and build grassroots support.
• Event Participation & Coordination: Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of various campaign events such as town halls, rallies, fundraisers, and volunteer meetings. This includes logistical support, setup, and ensuring smooth operation.
• Campaign Representation: Serve as a direct and positive representative of the campaign to voters, volunteers, and potential donors, articulating the campaign’s message and fostering strong community relationships.
• Campaign Initiative Support: Provide comprehensive support for a wide range of campaign initiatives, adapting to evolving priorities and contributing to strategic efforts designed to meet campaign objectives.
• Digital Tools Management: Assist in managing and leveraging various digital tools and platforms essential for campaign operations, which may include voter databases, CRM systems, and social media management tools.
• Administrative and Operational Support: Contribute to general campaign operations, including data entry, office organization, and other tasks as needed to maintain an efficient campaign headquarters.

Qualifications:

• Strong Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences, articulating messages clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in interpreting information and data to make informed decisions and contribute strategically to campaign efforts.
• Project Management Experience: Proven ability to manage timelines, prioritize tasks efficiently, and multitask effectively in a dynamic and often demanding environment. Experience in event coordination or similar project-based roles is a plus.
• Interest in Political Processes: A genuine passion for political engagement, an understanding of the democratic process, and a keen interest in grassroots organizing and community advocacy.
• Collaborative & Adaptable: Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy campaign environment.
• On-site Availability: Must be available to work on-site in Santa Ana, CA, as this role requires regular physical presence at the campaign headquarters and various community events.