Political Campaign Intern / Political Strategy Intern

Job Description

Political Campaign Intern / Political Strategy Intern | The Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL)

The Tone:
This is a fully remote, volunteer position at The Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL), offering flexible hours, with potential for DMV-based interns to assist with in-person events such as Hill Days or advocacy meetings on an as-needed basis. A4AL is a bipartisan coalition, bringing together national security experts and young professionals who are deeply committed to the vital mission of restoring American credibility and effectiveness abroad. The organization firmly believes that American leadership is significantly strengthened through strategic investments in global development and smart security initiatives. This specific role is designed for individuals eager to dive into the practical “nuts and bolts” of political organizing and gain firsthand experience in how a mission-driven organization effectively influences the political landscape. Interns will operate at the critical intersection of policy and politics, directly contributing to building the localized support necessary to advance A4AL’s crucial legislative goals in Washington.

The TL;DR
• Role: Volunteer
• Type: Flexible hours
• Location: Remote with DMV event support
• Mission: Support the organization’s electoral and advocacy efforts by driving donor engagement and advancing legislative goals in Washington.
• Tech Stack: Donor database

What You’ll Actually Do
• Donor Research: Conduct thorough research on prospective donors and analyze existing donor data from similar organizations to identify key opportunities for support.
• Strategy Development: Create comprehensive donor profiles that directly inform and bolster the overall fundraising strategy of the campaign.
• Direct Engagement: Contact potential and existing donors through both phone and email to actively solicit contributions and foster support for the organization’s mission.
• Data Management: Maintain and regularly update the donor database, accurately tracking individual giving history and engagement records.
• Operational Support: Draft donor communications and acknowledgment letters, prepare weekly reports on outreach progress, and assist with event planning and logistical tasks for both virtual and in-person events.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An Early Career candidate who is eager to dive into the practical aspects of political organizing and fundraising, seeking firsthand experience in influencing the political landscape.
• Experience: No prior policy experience or specific years of experience required; the role offers hands-on learning in political fundraising and nonprofit development.
• Skills: Demonstrated reliability, exceptional detail-orientation, strong organizational capabilities, and proficient written communication skills are essential.
• Bonus: A helpful interest in Congress, foreign policy, or nonprofit advocacy.