The Indiana Democratic Party is offering a very exciting opportunity for talented and dedicated individuals in gaining experience in the fast-paced world of politics. The Party is seeking to fill internship roles at its headquarters in Indianapolis. This is an outstanding opportunity to get hands-on experience working in the office of a state political party and contribute to the success of all of our Democratic candidates. 

Benefits

  • Valuable skills and firsthand insight into the inner workings of the political and legislative process
  • Networking with Indiana Democratic Party leaders, activists, staff, candidates, and elected officials
  • Enhanced communication and organizational skills
  • Work as part of a dedicated team that is interested in your personal development
  • This position is a paid internship through a monthly stipend, interns will also be provided with free parking and opportunities for future training, travel, permanent positions, and career advancement in the field.
  • We will work with academic institutions if interns are seeking college credit for this internship. Interns must submit paperwork to the Party and their school.

Intern Duties

Interns will provide administrative support to party staff. Responsibilities may include:

  • campaign research
  • voter outreach
  • data entry
  • assistance with local campaign events
  • special projects

Qualifications

Applicants must be:

  • passionate about Democratic politics
  • trustworthy and responsible
  • able to communicate effectively with others
  • flexible and willing to help when needed
  • able to work on multiple tasks at once

Start/End Dates and Schedule

Applications for the Fall of 2023 are now being accepted on a rolling basis.

Interns must commit to working a minimum of 15 – 25 hours per week. Schedule flexibility is a possibility. This position has a monthly stipend but does not include travel reimbursement. Remote and hybrid virtual/in-person opportunities are available

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply by filling out the official 2023 IDP Internship Application Google Form, and a member of staff will be in contact..