About the role#
The DNC Accounting internship offers hands-on experience with the financial operations of a major political organization. You will support our team with budget tracking, compliance efforts, and day-to-day financial tasks. This role provides a foundation in non-profit and political accounting practices. You will work alongside interns from other departments and participate in professional development programming.
What you'll do#
- Track, analyze, and reconcile cumulative vendor payments against statutory IRS thresholds.
- Determine eligibility for 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC forms.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and post general ledger journal entries.
- Assist with account analysis and verify expense reports.
- Support daily accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
- Manage vendor invoices and assigned, time-sensitive projects.
- Communicate with external partners and collaborate with colleagues across various departments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, or graduation from one within the last two years.
- Alternatively, veteran status with active duty service in the two years preceding the internship start date.
- Minimum age of 18 by the first day of the program.
- Commitment to 20 hours of work per week.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliability and a willingness to learn.
- Academic background in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11, 2027 to March 19, 2027).
- Modality: On-site in Washington, DC, hybrid, or remote. You must be located in the United States.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship with a $3,700 stipend.
About Democratic National Committee
The Democratic National Committee is a nonprofit political organization based in Washington, DC. It was founded in 1848. The organization focuses on electing Democratic candidates through grassroots activism, voter mobilization, and local organizing efforts. It maintains a staff of 816 employees.
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