Paid DC Internship at Democratic Majority for Israel
Jamie Meyer
Democratic Majority for Israel is seeking creative, motivated and driven interns in Washington DC who will serve as key members of our team and work directly with staff to play a substantive role in our advocacy.
Summary
The ideal candidate will have the ability to work both in teams and independently while being effective communicators to coordinate with staff and complete projects in a timely manner. They will have a strong interest in Israel, advocacy, public outreach, and social media. This internship is an excellent opportunity for politically-motivated students and recent graduates to be an integral part of our team and gain experience in a fast-paced advocacy environment.
About Democratic Majority for Israel
We are proud Democrats who believe a vital component of the Democratic Party’s vision and values has been the commitment to a strong U.S-Israel relationship, rooted in shared values and common interests. Democratic Majority for Israel works to maintain and strengthen support for the U.S.-Israel alliance by providing resources to elected officials, candidates and the public, while advocating for our progressive values as proud pro-Israel Democrats.
Job Responsibilities
DC Interns will report to the Political Director and are responsible for the following:
- Support the Political Department in the DC headquarters
- Complete research projects including tracking legislation, policy research, and digital tracking
- Monitoring news coverage on candidates and campaigns, press releases, fundraising efforts, etc.
Qualifications
We’re seeking candidates who have a strong drive to be a team player, jump in wherever helpful, and support our efforts to strengthen and reaffirm the U.S.-Israel relationship.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to effectively executing our mission and message
- Strong interest in politics and advocacy
- Ability to work quickly and effectively while maintaining quality of work
- Interest and ability in thinking creatively and collaborating with others
Political experience and/or knowledge of advocacy are plusses but not requirements.
Internship start and end dates are flexible.
Compensation
Interns for Democratic Majority for Israel are paid $15/hour in accordance with our values and assigned a maximum of 40 hours/week.
Equal Opportunity:
DMFI is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. DMFI celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment, reflective of our progressive values and the diversity of our country. All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family or parental status, age or any other status protected by law or regulation. DMFI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.