Volunteer Intern Job Description

Contact: Derek Dobies
ddobies@senatedems.org

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

Will be trained to represent the Senate Democrats in handling and coordinating political programs from inception to conclusion, including but not limited to, starting a campaign committee, speaking to individuals and groups and door-to-door work.

Maintain detailed records of project activities.

Regularly input and extract data from a Windows database and other software packages as needed to track political programs.

Conduct research on senate districts, industries, and issues of interest to the senate campaigns and other initiatives.

Identify, analyze, collect data and summarize basic political issues.

Develop basic quantitative and qualitative analysis for use in campaigns.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Volunteer or paid campaign experience on a political, legislative or social justice campaign preferred.

Job Demands

Ability to work under high pressure in a fast-paced work environment, with multiple priorities and critical deadlines is required. The job will be no more than 20 hours a week and no less than 10 hours a week.

Computer/Software Skills

Beginner to intermediate skill using Excel, Access, PowerPoint and MS Word.

Personal Characteristics

Must be results-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to prioritize projects and activities. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with groups of diverse people. Requires initiative, honesty, leadership, ability to motivate people, ability to learn quickly, a good work ethic and proven ability to successfully carry out assignments. Must possess to ability to think strategically and exercise a high level of judgment.

Other Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act.