INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

This program provides a unique opportunity for young, hungry, and passionate future leaders to gain hands-on experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process and prepare them for future political opportunities. In addition to operational and administrative duties, interns will have the chance to participate in local grassroots organizing, plan major LACDP functions, and meet with state, local and party officials.
Applications for our internships are due on a rolling basis, and we will be reviewing applications until all spots are filled. 
Open to current college students or recent graduates in Los Angeles County. This internship is in person, and unpaid.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

This program provides a unique opportunity for young, hungry, and passionate future leaders to gain hands-on experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process and prepare them for future political opportunities. In addition to administrative duties, interns will have the chance to participate in local grassroots organizing, delivering on the communications plan of the LACDP, plan major functions, and meet with state, local and party officials.
Applications for our internships are due on a rolling basis, and we will be reviewing applications until all spots are filled. 
Open to current college students or recent graduates in Los Angeles County. This internship is in person, and unpaid.

 

JACKIE HAWTHORNE LEADERSHIP FELLOW

This leadership program is an incredible opportunity for one college-student per cohort to prepare them for future leadership opportunities within the party and beyond. In addition to working directly with top-level LACDP Staff and Officers, the Fellow will have the opportunity to help plan and execute LACDP events, sit in on top level meetings, oversee the development of the intern cohort, and so much more. This is an in-person fellowship.

The LACDP Fellow receives a $4000 stipend, and is open to current college students or recent graduates in Los Angeles County.


FELLOW AND INTERNSHIP HIGHLIGHTS

Professional Development

Senior Level Meetings

Grassroots Campaign Organizing

Event Planning

Drop-Ins from State, Local, and Party Officials

Networking Opportunities

TO APPLY FOR OUR SUMMER 2023 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

  • Complete our APPLICATION
  • Submit one Letter of Recommendation, emailed from your recommender to [email protected], Subject Line: INTERN RECOMMENDATION: (Your Name)

 

TO APPLY FOR OUR SUMMER 2023 COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

  • Complete our APPLICATION
  • Submit one Letter of Recommendation, emailed from your recommender to [email protected], Subject Line: INTERN RECOMMENDATION: (Your Name)
  • Submit a writing sample

Click here for a description of the position!

 

TO APPLY FOR OUR FALL 2023 JACKIE HAWTHORNE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM:

  • Complete our APPLICATION
  • Submit TWO Letters of Recommendation. One should be from a state or local official, emailed separately from your recommender to [email protected], Subject Line: FELLOW RECOMMENDATION: (Your Name)

 

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