Spring Internship Opportunity with BrownMillerGroup in NYC

Description

BrownMillerGroup is seeking seasonal Associates in our New York City office for the Spring semester, starting in early January through mid-May.

BrownMillerGroup specializes in developing direct voter contact strategies that integrate field, paid communications, and earned media to build the campaign’s relationship with voters, engage them in the political process, and empower them to effect change in their community. We marry time-tested organizing tactics with innovative strategies and cutting-edge technology to win elections.

Do you have a passion for electoral politics? Would you like to pursue a career in campaigns and elections? The BrownMillerGroup internship program is designed to provide a well-rounded and realistic look at the inner workings of a winning campaign. Current students or recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Associates will provide support for the firm’s partners to find, pitch, and sign new political clients across the country as well as help manage field, communications, and digital programs for our clients.

Women, people of color, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

BMG Associates receive a stipend that covers food and travel on a per diem basis. We can also work with your academic institution to arrange academic credit.

Preference will be given to candidates who can make a full-time commitment, but all candidates are welcome to apply. 

Responsibilities

Election and district research
Candidate research
Database management
Drafting campaign plans
Research, write and implement field and GOTV plans including canvassing, training volunteers, and managing phone banks
Draft press releases and email blasts
Build fundraising lists and assist in candidate call time
Support the BMG team in research projects 

Requirements

A passion for politics and elections
Creative thinkers who are goal-oriented and able to function well in a collaborative environment
Excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong written and oral communications skills
Well-organized, detail-oriented, numbers-driven, and self-managing
Proficiency with office programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with campaign database systems including VAN and NGP is a plus
Foreign language very helpful 

To apply: 
Send resume and cover letter, including your weekly availability, start and end dates to Info@BrownMillerGroup.com subject line: Associates