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New Hampshire Democratic Party Internship

The New Hampshire Democratic Party (NHDP) is seeking highly qualified, motivated and enthusiastic interns to help Democrats win in 2019 and 2020. This position provides students a hands-on learning experience in one of the most exciting political states in the nation. Positions are awarded through a competitive application process. Those selected will work directly with party officials, staff and elected officials in several capacities including communications, field organizing, fundraising and operations. Applications are accepted and granted on a rolling basis. Supporter-housing can be provided for full-time interns only. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

Finance Department

The Finance Department is in charge of all aspects of the state party’s fundraising, financial reporting and vital records. This includes prospecting for new donors, updating and expanding our current donor database, and keeping our records accurate. This department is the lead for all fundraising aspects such as helping planning small and large fundraising events, assisting the Finance Committee in generating new revenues, and establishing good connections with current and previous donors. Some examples of fundraising events are our two large fundraisers, the McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner and the Eleanor Roosevelt Dinner as well as other small-dollar events with other surrogates. The Finance Department coordinates with the Executive Director and the Operations Department to ensure that all records are accurate for reporting reasons.

Finance Department Intern Responsibilities
  • Helping manage the state party’s email lists
  • Working closely with the Finance Director and Finance Committee in planning the major annual fundraisers (McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner and Eleanor Roosevelt Dinner) as well as other events.
  • Assisting with management of donor database
  • Calling supporters to invite them to fundraising events
  • Execute donor research on prospective donors.


Political and Organizing Department

The main focus of the Political and Organizing Department is working with and mobilizing our local town and county committees. We have members of our team travel to as many town and county committee meetings as possible each month. We help coordinate town and county caucuses that happen every two years to elect each committee’s leadership for the next two years.We also work with the House and Senate Caucus to recruit candidates for offices up and down the ballot. We create and conduct trainings across the state to make sure activists have the tools and skills to organize themselves for state and special elections. We ensure that our databases are all up to date with the most accurate information for upcoming elections. The Political and Organizing Department also acts as a liason to the NHDP Rules and Platform Committees. 

Political and Organizing Intern Responsibilities
  • Recruiting and supporting candidates for local and municipal office.
  • Attending town and county committee meetings.
  • Coordinating local events with town and county committees.
  • Organizing and presenting at various training
  • Supporting activities for the annual State Convention.
  • Reporting campaign activities and progress.
  • Knocking on doors and making phone calls for local elections.
  • Maintaining our databases.
  • Researching candidates or legislative votes.

House and Senate Caucuses

The sole purpose of the House and Senate Caucuses is to help get Democrats elected to the State House. Each chamber has their own caucus, the Committee to Elect House Democrats (CEHD) and the New Hampshire Senate Democratic Caucus (NHSDC). We help recruit candidates to run, help with campaign advising, and fundraising along the way. After the election, we help advise candidates on policy questions and help promote the Democratic agenda. During non-election years, we also make phone calls and host events to raise money for the next election.


Caucus Intern Responsibilities
  • Identify new donors.
  • Assist with management of databases.
  • Analyze previous election results.
  • Draft social media posts and emails.
  • Assist in helping recruit candidates.
  • Assist with special elections.
  • Researching candidates and current elected officials


Communications Interns

The Communications Department creates, coordinates, and amplifies all aspects of the New Hampshire Democratic Party and legislative Democrats’ messaging. This includes putting out releases, media advisories, and In Case You Missed Its (ICYMI) among other communication with the Press. The Communications Department controls all social media activities of the party including its Twitter and Facebook and works with political figures and activists to put out Op-Eds and Letters to the Editor. This department also produces two weekly newsletters and daily news clips. Members of this department are involved with all discussions and decisions regarding Democrats’ messaging in New Hampshire.

Communications Intern Responsibilities
  • Writing letters to the editor.
  • Helping with research projects.
  • Putting together media coverage roundups after events.
  • Assisting with the preparation and running of earned media events.
  • Drafting social media posts.
  • Monitoring various state and federal legislation.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Motivated individuals that work well with others.
  • Detail-specific qualities.
  • Demonstrates interest in Democratic politics, with sound judgement.
  • Able to work efficiently, even with multiple tasks.
  • Outstanding writing and verbal skills.
 
OTHER DETAILS:
Applicants must be enrolled students able to receive school credit, and be able to commit to 10+ hours per week for 3+ months. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Internships are paid at a rate of $15.00 per hour. Supporter housing is available for full-time applicants.