Internship Opportunities
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Please review to see details about specific internship opportunities available at Common Cause (note that roles on our state teams are located within those states). Teams at Common Cause that are hiring an intern for Spring 2026 (January 16 – May 15, 2026). Interns will receive compensation of $17.50 per hour.
You can find the link to apply here.
Arizona
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Phoenix, AZ, and will be 15–20 hours per week. You will report to the Program Director, Arizona.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Arizona team elating to voting and elections policy, voter education, membership organizing, and preparing for the 2026 midterm elections . In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Volunteer organizing and engagement, including community events, phonebanks, and letter-writing campaigns
- Supporting mobilization efforts around legislative developments
- Drafting communications to volunteers and supporters (emails, action alerts, and recruitment messages)
- Tracking and summarizing committee hearings, floor debates, and key bills
- Assisting with coalition meetings to better understand the political landscape
- Event planning and execution with the Program Director
- Policy analysis, script writing, and external/internal communications
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
California
This part-time internship is located in California and will be 10–20 hours per week. You will report to the Senior Manager, Operations & Development.
Common Cause is seeking interns to work with our California team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Supporting voter education efforts on campuses and at community events
- Preparing and delivering testimony on bills during the legislative session
- Tracking legislation and drafting policy summaries and write-ups
- Preparing social media content and digital advocacy materials
- Supporting the leadership development program and engaging with participants
- Assisting with the planning and execution of Lobby Day and other advocacy events
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Colorado
This part-time internship is located in Colorado (with a preference for someone who can easily travel to our Denver office and the State Capitol) and will be 15 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Colorado.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Colorado team; Colorado will be focused on advancing a pro-democracy agenda at the state legislature, while gearing up for the 2026 election, with goals relating to voter education and voter protection. Lastly, the team will be running a new leadership development program to bring a small group of participants through educational trainings and advocacy activities, such as writing opinion media or giving public testimony at the Capitol.
The interns will assist with grassroots campus engagement, email outreach, event planning, developing written materials and trainings, and social media. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Voter education events on campus
- Tabling at community events
- Testifying on bills at the Capitol or virtually during legislative session
- Tracking bills during the legislative session
- Preparing write-ups on bills, current events, and policy issues
- Preparing social media content and graphics
- Support with the organization’s leadership development program by helping to create trainings and building relationships with the program participants
- Supporting with planning and executing Lobby Day event at the Capitol
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Florida
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Florida and will be 20 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Florida.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Florida team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Research and data analysis on list maintenance and voter file data
- Supporting advocacy strategies to advance voting rights
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Georgia
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Atlanta, GA and will be 15 hours per week. You will report to the Policy Director, Georgia.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our teams in Georgia relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with research, advocacy, policy development, outreach, and engagement during the 2026 legislative session. Individuals with keen interest in government affairs and the legislative process, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to building a fair, inclusive, and transparent democracy are highly encouraged to apply.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
Learn how Georgia governance works and how you can influence the legislative process this session as an intern in Atlanta!
- Assist with bill tracking, research and analysis of legislation, and drafting written testimony. Help produce public education materials, including one-pagers and factsheets.
- Support ongoing redistricting and fair elections campaigns, specifically helping to monitor legislative redistricting and small donor public financing programs currently in use at the local level
- Assist with implementing grassroots strategy in support of priority legislation utilizing social media, communication through email and text action alerts, and direct outreach to members and supporters.
- Help coordinate meetings with elected officials, coalition partners, and members of the public.
- Assist with coalition management and provide additional administrative assistance when needed.
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Hawaii
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Hawaii and will be 13 hours per week. You will report to the Vice President, States.
Common Cause is seeking interns to work with our Hawaii team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Support advocacy and policy research on AVR and FIC initiatives
- Assist with outreach and education on Democracy Dollars programs
- Create and schedule social media content to promote campaigns
- Track engagement and help expand digital reach
- Draft emails, talking points, and action alerts for supporters
- Support coalition meetings and community events
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Illinois
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Illinois (with a preference for someone in either Chicago or Springfield) and will be 20 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Illinois.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Illinois relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Research and advocacy on campaign finance reform and ranked choice voting
- Supporting transparency initiatives around police accountability
- Coalition building with grassroots and grasstops partners
- Drafting policy communications, campaign materials, and legislative updates
- Learning how campaigns integrate grassroots organizing, communications, and legislative advocacy to achieve reform
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Indiana
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Indianapolis, IN and will be 10 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Indiana.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Indiana relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Conducting legislative research and policy tracking
- Supporting campaigns on redistricting, voting rights, and campaign finance reform
- Preparing written materials, testimony, and communications for public and legislative audiences
- Assisting with grassroots and coalition engagement activities
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Maryland
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Annapolis, MD and will be 20-25 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Maryland.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Maryland relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Assisting with the planning and execution of Lobby Night and other advocacy events
- Preparing testimony, taking notes at caucus meetings, and tracking legislative hearings
- Supporting legislative outreach and volunteer communications
- Engaging in coalition advocacy and communications work
- Building knowledge of the Maryland legislative process and key policy issues
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Massachusetts
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Boston, MA and will be 20 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Massachusetts.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Massachusetts relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Supporting volunteer outreach and coalition engagement efforts
- Conducting legislative research and tracking policy developments
- Assisting with communications and election protection efforts
- Drafting policy and advocacy materials for community audiences
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Michigan
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Michigan and will be 25 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Michigan.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our teams relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Supporting legislative advocacy and volunteer communications
- Assisting with coalition work on democracy reform initiatives
- Engaging in election protection organizing and voter outreach
- Preparing communications materials and supporting community education events
- Contributing to research and writing projects on democracy issues
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Minnesota
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in St. Paul, MN and will be 20-25 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Minnesota.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Minnesota relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Common Cause Minnesota is seeking a passionate, creative, and community-rooted intern to support our digital organizing efforts. This intern will play a key role in amplifying our democracy work across social media platforms and engaging our base through compelling digital content.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Content Creation: Design and draft engaging posts for Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, and reflecting our campaigns, values, and community stories.
- Scheduling & Strategy: Use our tools to schedule posts, track engagement, and optimize timing for audience reach.
- Newsletter Support: Assist in drafting short, action-oriented content and visuals for our e-newsletter, helping mobilize our base around voting rights, redistricting reform, and civic engagement.
- Community Engagement: Monitor comments and messages, uplift community voices, and help grow our digital presence.
- Collaboration: Work closely with our digital/comms team to align messaging with campaign goals and ensure consistency across platforms.
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- Strong writing and storytelling skills, especially for digital audiences.
- Experience with Canva, WordPress, or other design tools.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and scheduling tools.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Passion for democracy, racial justice/equity, and civic engagement.
- Multilingual skills are a plus, especially in Spanish, Hmong, or Somali, to help us reach and reflect Minnesota’s diverse communities.
North Carolina
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in North Carolina and will be 10 hours per week. You will report to the Deputy Director, North Carolina.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in North Carolina relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Developing a landscape analysis of North Carolina’s pro-democracy ecosystem
- Assisting with state and local elections advocacy during the 2026 primary
- Participating in pro-democracy events and actions
- Gathering testimonials from key coalition partners working at the grassroots
- Compiling research and tracking legislation and litigation impacting voters
- Supporting state and local coalitions in efforts to assist voters
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and political process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational and communications skills
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Pennsylvania
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Harrisburg, PA and will be 15-20 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Pennsylvania.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our team in Pennsylvania relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Legislative research, bill tracking, and policy analysis related to Election Protection Program
- Supporting Action Team volunteer recruitment and coalition outreach
- Drafting communications, graphics, social media content, and advocacy materials
- Assisting with eElection Pprotection organizing and voter engagement efforts
- Investigative research on local redistricting
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Rhode Island
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Providence, RI and will be 15 hours per week. You will report to the State Director, Rhode Island.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Rhode Island team relating to voting and elections, government transparency, and democracy reform. Interns will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, , communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Mobilizing activists and community members in support of our policy priorities and legislative agenda, using digital and in-person organizing tools and tactics
- Developing a volunteer engagement program to build and sustain a nonpartisan pro-democracy movement
- Creating websites, newsletters, and social media content, including blog posts, graphics, one-pagers, training materials, videos, or other content types
- Organizing and promoting in-person, hybrid, and virtual events such as webinars, rallies, trainings, press conferences, community presentations, and/or educational sessions.
- Promoting the organization’s work and educational resources at community events.
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Organizing Intern
This part-time internship is a remote role (with a preference for someone in the Midwest) and will be 25 hours per week. You will report to the Senior Director, Organizing.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Organizing team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Support national, state, and local organizing efforts through trainings and workshops
- Assist with planning and staffing on-the-ground events and activations
- Help coordinate with coalition partners to advance shared democracy goals
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Digital Fundraising Intern
This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 10-15 hours per week. You will report to the Digital Director.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Digital Fundraising team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Drafting email, web, and/or SMS content
- Track and analyze data then make strategic recommendations based on findings
- Brainstorm and implement A/B tests
- Researching potential petition topics presenting them to the Senior Manager for Digital Campaigns
- Support operations of digital campaigning program, including with production, quality assurance, and scheduling sends
- Respond to supporter questions and comments from email or forward to appropriate staff
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Digital Campaigns Intern
This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 15 hours per week. You will report to the Digital Director.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Digital Campaigns teams relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Drafting email, web, and/or SMS content
- Track and analyze data then make strategic recommendations based on findings
- Brainstorm and implement A/B tests
- Researching potential petition topics presenting them to the Senior Manager for Digital Campaigns
- Support operations of digital campaigning program, including with production, quality assurance, and scheduling sends
- Respond to supporter questions and comments from email or forward to appropriate staff
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Digital Operations Intern
This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 20 hours per week. You will report to the Digital Director.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Digital Operations team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Craft and send impactful digital campaigns that mobilize our base of supporters (these campaigns will be primarily via email)
- With other teammates, respond to emails in the CourseNet inbox and other digital channels
- Stay abreast of current events to identify opportunities to mobilize members in our states
- Identify and pursue promising digital campaigns and tactics for Common Cause states based on data-driven experimentation
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Policy Intern
This part-time internship is a hybrid role located in Washington, DC, and will be 10-12 hours per week. You will report to the Vice President, Policy.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Policy team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Assist Policy staff in maintaining and organizing records on our activities, such as endorsement of bills, sign-on letters, and talking points.
- Assist in development of presentations, research, memos and talking points.
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
Voting & Fair Representation Intern
This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 10-25 hours per week. You will report to the Senior Policy Director, Voting & Fair Representation.
Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Voting & Fair Representation team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.
Skills you will build and work you will be involved in
- Conduct legal, political, and demographic research on voting rights and redistricting
- Analyze topics such as election security, redistricting reform, and state-level voting rights protections
- Support the development of organizing and lobbying resources by gathering lessons learned from successful campaigns
- Contribute to written reports and resources that will inform Common Cause staff and coalition partners nationwide
Qualifications
You will be a good fit for this internship if you have:
- A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process
- A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner
- A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail
- A willingness to build your writing and listening skills
- A willingness to learn new skills
