Political Digital Strategy & Research Intern/Fellow - DC Based (Paid)
Digital Strategy & Research Intern
Washington, DC
Are you interested in an entrepreneurial environment, learning new skills, while working within an organization that is making a difference in today’s challenging political climate? Want to know how campaigns, political, policy and the law all intersect?
The Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) is the only organization solely dedicated to supporting and electing Democrats to the Office of Attorney General.
Our mission is to elect leaders into the Office of Attorney General who will stand for justice, equality and all Democratic values, support and advocate policy stances of Democratic Attorneys General
We also work to educate the public on the uniquely important role Democratic Attorneys General play in state government and on the national stage.
DAGA's Director of Operations & Strategic Partnerships is looking for an intern to assist with our digital and research work. The internship is available immediately, and will run through June 1st, however, extensions through the summer or end of 2018 will be considered. Compensation is $15 per hour, minimum hour hours per week is 20, ideally looking for 30 or more hours per week. Flexible to work around your schedule and to adjust role to earn course credit.
Responsibilities will include:
Active engagement and awareness of AG actions and policy
Curate and monitoring content; awareness of media coverage of Democratic Attorneys General, events, and other key topics
Contribute to discussions on earned and social media strategy
Assist in originating and developing digital content
Develop and actively manage digital marketing campaigns
Draft and post on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook pages
Contribute to analysis and discussions of internal and external polling data – and how it affects overall digital strategy
Research current and historical AG actions, briefs and settlements
Research and monitor incumbent and candidate activities
Research new political start-ups and other progressive organizations to develop strategic partners with
Research and assist in developing digital strategies around new digital electioneering tools
Assist with other research, administrative duties and day-to-day tasks for DAGA leadership as needed
Assist at events as needed – travel may be required
Qualifications
Passion for progressive Politics
Entrepreneurial attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of social media platforms, both front and back-end
Familiarity and experience with deck development, Microsoft Office suite, Adobe CS, WordPress, Squarespace, Act Blue, Blue State Digital Toolbox, video editing, and Google AdWords/SEO are all helpful but not required
Humor, initiative, and openness to evolving responsibilities
Current undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate