California Democratic Party Future Leaders Internship Program

Location: Virtual/Sacramento/Los Angeles

Job Description: We are looking for a bright, energetic intern who is willing to learn more about the California Democratic Party by assisting our various departments. You will be working closely with our team through our Communications, Finance, Operations, Organizing, Training and Political departments. This is a paid internship.

Responsibilities vary based on which department each intern is assigned. Interns will be working in an ever-changing office setting (in person/virtual hybrid) and are expected to be open and willing to further our California Democratic Party goals. Interns will gain first-hand experience and exposure to the grassroots side of politics on the state level while furthering their professional development.

Program Timeline:

Non-exempt position, $20/hour
The program is 10 – 15 hours per week for a 12 week program (3 months)
Accepting Application from now until September 26, 2023
Start date – October 10, 2023

Congressional Internships

Rep. Mike Levin (CD-49): https://levin.house.gov/services/internships

Rep. Scott Peters (CD-50): https://scottpeters.house.gov/internships

Rep. Sara Jacobs (CD-51): https://sarajacobs.house.gov/services/casework/internships.htm.

Rep. Juan Vargas (CD-52): https://vargas.house.gov/services/internships

State Senate & Assembly Internships

Asm. Tasha Boerner (AD-77) Internships: https://a77.asmdc.org/assembly-district-77-internship-program
AD-77 Young Women’s Empowerment Network (2023 app due 4/30/23): https://a77.asmdc.org/young-womens-empowerment-network

Asm. Dr. Akilah Weber (AD-79) Young Legislators Program: https://a79.asmdc.org/ylp (2023 app due 12/31/22)

Asm. David Alvarez (AD-80) Internships: https://a80.asmdc.org/internship

Senate President Pro-Tem Toni Atkins (SD-39) Internships: https://sd39.senate.ca.gov/internship-program-application

DNC Talent Bank

The DNC Talent Bank is a resource to help state parties and campaigns find the best applicants for a wide range of positions, from field organizers to digital directors to communications staff, and more.

If you are interested in pursuing a campaign position, please sign up for the DNC Talent Bank in order to receive information on available positions and other career opportunities. All levels of experience and fields of interest are encouraged to apply.