Volunteer Research Associate

Our Research Associates dig into a wide array of topics and help develop projects that examine local political and voting issues within specific cities across the nation. They play a key role in obtaining factual information that will be used for local and regional digital campaigns in an effort to increase voter turnout!

We look for applicants who have a great political sense and knowledge of politicians, political parties, outside groups, and the legislative process.

 

What You’ll Do

• Thoroughly gather information and succinctly summarize key points from a variety of sources, major news outlets, reputable think tanks, government agencies, campaign, corporate filings, legal records, and other sources

• Producing and disseminating high-quality research in the areas of civic engagement and voter participation.

• Educating voters on the importance of state and local elections and policies.

• Engaging in policy analysis, development, and dissemination of information to the general public.

• Monitor and maintain research on political appointees, policy positions, and initiatives of the White House, federal agencies, Congress, local politics and city councils, etc.

• Review public-facing materials for factual accuracy

• Generate public records requests and ideas for rapid response or long-term research projects

• Provide additional research capacity to down-ballot campaigns and state parties

About You

• Deep understanding of politics and political campaigns

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including an eagle-eye for typos and errors

• Strict attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Ability to take direction, ask questions and quickly learn new tasks and databases

• Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines

 

Commitment: 6 to 8 hours per week