About the role#
SKDK is seeking interns to join the political team for a paid, full-time position during the Fall 2026 term. This role supports Democratic candidate and issue advocacy clients through research, writing, and administrative support. Interns work in a collaborative environment on a variety of projects related to political advertising and strategic communications.
What you'll do#
- Monitor daily news clips and track political advertisements.
- Research candidate and opposition backgrounds in key districts.
- Maintain overviews of competitive race landscapes.
- Track and report on campaign finance spending.
- Write and proofread persuasive ad copy, memos, and emails.
- Build decks and assist with pitches.
- Organize records related to scripts, research, polling, and invoices.
- Digest qualitative and quantitative message research to provide recommendations on tone and content.
- Copyedit materials to ensure alignment with AP Style and message imperatives.
- Staff video shoots when available.
What you'll need#
- Full-time availability, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
- Interest in campaigns, politics, communications, and media.
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet competing deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience in writing or political and communications-intensive roles.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia.
- Modality: On-site (three days per week in office).
- Compensation: $18.40 per hour.
- Majors: Political Science, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Business Administration.
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