New Democrat Coalition Digital Communications Fellow

Third Way•Washington, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Third Way, a national think tank and advocacy organization, is seeking a Congressional Communications Fellow to serve on the staff of the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), the largest Democratic ideological caucus in the House of Representatives. The fellowship is designed for early-career communications professionals interested in center-left politics and provides hands-on communications experience and opportunities to build a network on Capitol Hill and in Washington, DC. The fellow will interact frequently with Members of Congress and report directly to the NDC Communications Director. The fellow will support the coalition’s communications work by creating and editing social media content; planning, recording, editing, and clipping short- and long-form content, including the New Dem podcast, the Fly In; drafting written materials; helping produce the weekly newsletter; maintaining the New Dems’ website; and compiling daily press clips. Other press, media, and office operations duties may be assigned. The fellowship runs from January 3, 2027, through December 31, 2027, and is based in Washington, DC, in a hybrid work environment. Third Way’s in-office days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Requirements

Experience in videography, photography, and content production.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or similar professional software.
Experience with video and audio editing.
Experience working with press or digital communications.
Proficiency with Google Workspace.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong working knowledge of Canva.
Excellent verbal and writing skills.
Ability to be a team player and work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility, dedication, and a strong sense of humor.

Responsibilities

Work with the communications team to draft, edit, and create social media content.
Plan, record, edit, and clip short- and long-form creative content, including the New Dem podcast and the Fly In.
Draft blog posts, video scripts, press releases, op-eds, speeches, and other written materials.
Assist with compiling and drafting the weekly newsletter.
Update and maintain the New Dems’ website.
Compile daily press clips.
Perform other duties related to press, media, and office operations as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
Flexible Spending Account options for health care, dependent care, parking, and transit.
Life insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
Retirement plan.
Accrued paid sick and vacation leave.
Long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Hybrid work environment intended to support work-life balance.