Fellowship Opportunity: Friends of Ben Jealous

[Sydney Snow]

Fellow – Ben Jealous for Governor of Maryland

 

Location: Maryland, USA

 

Position Description:

 

The Ben Jealous for Governor campaign is currently seeking applicants for a fellowship based in Baltimore, Maryland.

 

Fellows will play a key role in the campaign for governor, engaging with constituents in the community and participating in campaign outreach across Maryland. They’ll assist campaign staff and be on the forefront of an exciting, progressive movement.

 

Fellows will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of political activists and professionals, gaining knowledge and experience in public policy, political advocacy, and grassroots organizing. Students, recent graduates, and anyone else looking to get involved in a motivated, detail-oriented, and fast-paced political campaign should apply. Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work well under pressure, and a love for people and progressive politics.

 

Although the fellowship is unpaid, fellows will gain invaluable professional experience in an exciting, fast-growing political campaign. Academic credit is available for qualifying students.

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

·      Support with essential outreach efforts such as phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and volunteer recruitment calls

·      Assist team with campaign and community events

·      Assist with data entry

·      Assist in research

·      Assist team with administrative tasks

·      Additional projects as assigned

 

 

To apply:

 

Please send a resume and cover letter to Maryland...@gmail.com

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and members of other historically disenfranchised groups are especially welcome and encouraged to apply.