The Democratic Attorneys General Association provides political and policy support to Democratic State Attorneys General in their mission to protect citizens, promote progress, and support civil rights.

DAGA is seeking energetic and hard-working students to join our internship program. This internship opportunity with DAGA is a one-of-a-kind Washington, DC experience that helps students learn more about the American political process. The term will begin in mid-May and end in August (start and end dates are flexible depending on student availability). This is a non-employment internship opportunity. Internships are part-time and unpaid, though DAGA can sign off on credit/service hours. Interns are offered flexible work schedules and hours are capped at 20 hours a week. Interns will receive a $250/week stipend to offset transportation and living costs. This will be an in-person internship.

Placement Areas

DAGA Offers Internships In Six Departments

Communications
Digital
Development (Fundraising)
Policy
Political
Research

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, but graduate students may be considered depending on the department's needs
This is a fast-paced and fast-changing work environment that requires the ability to organize and handle multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills
Able to interact with individuals at many levels and handle confidential matters
Excellent attention to detail
Strong research and computer skills (MS Office, etc.), database (NGP) skills a plus
Humor, initiative, and openness to evolving responsibilities

Responsibilities By Department

Communications

Track media coverage of Democratic Attorneys General, candidates, events, and other key topics
Prepare press reports and a weekly newsletter for circulation to key stakeholders
Draft press materials, including advisories, releases, statements, and internal memos
Contribute to discussions on earned media strategy
Curate, research, and update key press lists
Assist at virtual events as needed
Support other Communications team day-to-day tasks as needed

Digital

Draft social media posts for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social platforms
Maintain updates to the website and draft long-form content
Track digital trends within political space and other related industries
Contribute to discussions and creative materials for organic social campaigns
Analyze data from social, email, and digital ads to help facilitate conversations around future content
Assist video producer and video intern by captioning news clips for social media

Development (Fundraising)

Assist the Fundraising team in day-to-day administrative and operational activities, including donor prospecting and maintaining relationships with corporations, labor unions, foundations, and individuals
Conduct research to build prospect lists at the direction of finance managers and finance associates
Conduct and track outreach to donor prospects, including meeting requests and event invitations
Help plan and execute events with Attorneys General, candidates, DAGA Partners, and prospective donors including but not limited to attendee tracking, pre-event outreach, post-event follow-up, and data management
Assist with Call Time preparation and follow up for Attorneys General and senior staff
Compile daily Finance Clips
Build necessary communication and organization skills to cultivate relationships with donors and donor prospects

Political

Assist the Political team in day-to-day operational activities, including coordinating necessary follow-up to candidates or campaign managers
Track candidates, events, and other key topics
Facilitate communications internally in accordance with the campaign requests
Work with the team to ensure effective post meeting/event follow-up to support the cultivation of ongoing relationships
Conduct research on candidates at the direction of the Political Director and the Deputy Director
Track all traveling for candidates attending fundraisers and DAGA events
Help with events in the Washington D.C. area as needed

Research

Conduct long-term financial and legislative research on candidates
Assist with vetting DAGA communications
Assist with rapid response research
Assist with fact checks
Track candidate activities

Policy

Track actions taken by Democratic Attorneys General, including coalition lawsuits, important court opinions, amicus briefs, and closely monitor legislation at the state and federal level
Edit and review written materials for content accuracy
Assist with internal and external policy meetings
Contribute to discussions on policy programs, briefings, and meetings
Assist in policy conference planning and other special projects
Draft memorandum and other written work products
Research legal and policy issues for the Policy department
Support other Policy department day-to-day tasks as needed
Maintain and update the AG actions-tracker database

Closing

DAGA's office is open 9 AM - 6 PM Eastern. Interns set a weekly schedule based on their availability, school schedule, and department needs.
DAGA office is in downtown DC.
DAGA values a truly diverse workforce and is committed to a culture of inclusivity, respect, and integrity.
We strongly encourage people with disabilities, people of color, transgender and non-binary people, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
DAGA is an equal opportunity employer, and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all personnel actions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex: age; marital status; personal appearance; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; family responsibilities; disability; genetic information; credit information; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking. DAGA will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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