We’re looking for politically and technically savvy interns who are interested in digital media, communications, political advocacy and online organizing. At BCom, you’ll gain first hand experience consulting for U.S. House and Senate campaigns as well as smaller, local races, plus non-profit advocacy organizations of all kinds.
If you like writing, spend too much time on social media, and are passionate about politics and advocacy, then this internship is for you. We’re looking for outgoing, creative individuals with strong writing and researching skills who like to work in teams but can also take initiative and work independently.
Experience, Skills and Competencies
Interest in progressive politics
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
Ability to understand clients’ messages and translate them into compelling content
Ability to work effectively in a team-based, collaborative environment
Familiarity with the American electoral system and current political and domestic issues
Helpful to have: Familiarity with ActBlue, NGP, EveryAction, HTML/CSS, Javascript, Photoshop, Google Adwords/Analytics, or data analysis
Primary Areas of Responsibility
Serving as support on an array of different political candidate, organization, and corporate digital accounts.
Drafting of email, social media, and advertising content
Assisting with email production including: content layout, landing page construction, etc.
Quality control including proofreading and reviewing all outbound work
Managing data and ensuring client-facing data dashboards are fully up-to-date
All successful applicants must align with BCom’s company values which include:
One boat, one mission. We row in the same direction to serve the mission of our company. Do good for our clients and for each other. Collaborate in a way that eases the workload and burden for everyone. Our collective effort is greater than the sum of its parts.
Win the tough fights. Outcomes matter. We keep our clients and their success and goals at the front of everything we do. Purpose-driven work is edgy, fast-paced and challenging. We fight to win every day.
Be present. To win, you have to compete. To compete, you have to show up. We show up for our teammates, for our clients, and for our communities.
Relationships matter. We forge meaningful connections with our clients, our teammates, and the communities we serve — from our founding in rural America to the halls of the nation's capital.
Be honest. We tell the truth with our clients and with each other. We’re honest about our work and the way we do it. Honesty is easy – and convenient – when things are working. It’s hard – but required – when things are tough.
This position can be remote or based in Lincoln, NE.
Starting rate = $15/hr. All interns must have availability to work 20-30 hours per week with flexible scheduling to account for coursework and other commitments.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION: APRIL 1, 2024
BCom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is BCom's policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, length of time spent unemployed, as well as other classifications protected by applicable laws. People of color, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.