Spring Internship 2026 - Democracy Program

Bipartisan Policy Center • Washington, DC

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About The Position

BPC’s Democracy Program strengthens the foundations that sustain free, fair, and representative democracy in our diverse nation. Our team of world-class researchers and thought leaders develop policy recommendations grounded in research and realism, promote the free exchange of ideas among civic-minded leaders, and learn from our past to build a better future. We work in three fields: Elections, Core Institutions, and Civic Leadership. The Democracy Program is seeking one intern to support the following project areas: Elections, Structural Democracy, and Governing and Civics.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• An interest in government and institutional reform
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Work with project staff on writing and research
• Event planning
• Tracking news and congressional activity
• Blogging
• Communications activities

Benefits

• Interns will receive a $3,000 stipend for ten weeks of work
• Full-time internship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees