Pima County Democratic Party works to elect Democratic candidates in Pima County who have values in alignment with the PCDP platform, and we provide leadership and coordination for the election of Democrats up and down the ballot.
Internship Available
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
Deadlines
Students looking to receive credit for their PCDP internship should apply as soon as possible. If selected, students will be contacted to attend interviews:
- In November or December for Spring Internships
- In April or May for Summer & Fall Internships
If you are interested in an internship after the interview window noted above, please contact the PCDP Director (contact info below) to see if applications are still being accepted.
Internship Description: Stipend Available
The Pima Democratic Party is looking for dedicated students with a passion for local politics. Join our team, help win elections, and participate in the inner workings of local government and political offices. Interns will work approximately 8 hours per week (12 hours during the summer).
In addition to the specific intern areas listed below, all interns will:
● Attend relevant PCDP committee meetings
● Assist staff as needed
● Support Democratic party values and principals
● Be able to work both remotely, in the office, and at other locations around Pima County during some shifts
Students will receive a $500 stipend midway through the semester and another $500 stipend at the end of the semester.
The PCDP Internship may include the following activities (will vary depending on election cycle):
Fundraising
● Assist with planning and recruiting for fundraising events
● Manage and design fundraising correspondence
● Participate in the development of the general fundraising plans
Communications
● Assist with general communications planning and strategizing
● Participate in creating weekly, biweekly, and monthly newsletters
● Periodically update the PCDP website
Field Work
● Plan and recruit for volunteers to make calls, register voters, and canvass neighborhoods
● Train volunteers to help coordinate events
● Research events that provide opportunities for PCDP exposure
Social Media
● Create digital content for social media platforms
● Research events that provide opportunities for PCDP social media exposure
● Attend PCDP events to take photos/video for social media
Purpose of the Internship:
The internship provides a view into the world of government and political campaigns and will expose the intern to different careers in the political realm. Interns will learn skills related to:
● Campaign-specific technology
● Utilizing data related to political demographics of voters
● Event planning
● Communications
And much, much more
How to apply
Please email a resume and cover letter to director@pimadems.org to apply. In your cover letter, please discuss the specific internship activities listed above that interest you and how you are a good fit for the position. If you have questions, you may send them to director@pimadems.org.