2026 Summer Internship Program

DCCC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The DCCC is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the United States House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns, both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members with a variety of services, including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support, and management consulting. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals, organizations, and Democratic Members from throughout the country.

The DCCC seeks talented and hardworking individuals who are committed to electing Democrats and winning the House majority.

Position Summary:
The DCCC Internship Program offers an invaluable opportunity to engage with national level campaign style politics. Interns will gain insight into the operations of a national political committee while contributing to House Democratic campaigns.

The Summer Internship Program is a 13 week internship beginning Monday, May 18, 2026 and ending Friday, August 14, 2026. Applicants may choose between full-time or part-time internships and school credit is available upon request.

Accepted applicants are expected to be available for the entire program duration. Exceptions will be made only for emergencies due to the program’s length and intensity.

For more information about DCCC departments please visit https://dccc.org/internships/

Requirements

• Commitment to helping Democrats win the House majority
• Must be at least 18 years old on or before the first day of the internship
• Ability to relocate to the Washington DC metro area prior to the first day of the program
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with strong attention to detail
• Capacity to work with a sense of urgency and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence, including the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work effectively with others who are culturally different

Responsibilities

• Perform department specific tasks which may include staffing events, conducting research, making Capitol Hill runs, and assisting with short and long term projects
• Assist the Operations team by providing excellent customer service and maintaining shared spaces
• Support other departments as needed at the direction of the department supervisor or Operations team

Benefits

• Weekly stipend
• Eligibility for academic credit
• Up to $250.00 per month in Metro reimbursement
• Professional development programming designed to foster long-term career growth beyond the 2026 election cycle
• Experience working in the largest Democratic battlefield in the country across a wide range of competitive and diverse districts
• Networking opportunities with policymakers, political candidates, party leaders, and professionals across the Democratic Party
• Learn how cross-functional departments work together to operate an effective national campaign committee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed