Common Cause

• Lead our 2026 election protection field programs in Georgia and Wisconsin • Lead the development and execution of election protection plans in alignment with our strategy for the November election for our teams in Georgia and Wisconsin • As needed, lead state coalition meetings and working groups to drive our strategy forward • Act as a spokesperson for Common Cause, including representing the organization in coalition spaces, speaking to the media, participating in partner events, and other activities • Develop a strategy to regularly communicate our work to funders and coalitions • Build and maintain strong relationships with critical voting and election coalition(s) partners • Support in state coalitions • Act as a representative for Common Cause in national coalitions • Support cross-state learning between Election Protection Organizers and progress toward goals • Convene and lead sessions for staff across the organization on cross-state learning and best practices • With states Vice Presidents and the Election Protection team, monitor and assess the effectiveness of state programs to ensure we reach our goals • Create reports for coalition partners and funders • Manage election protection organizers in Georgia and Wisconsin: set goals in partnership with state teams and state Vice Presidents, and coach Election Protection organizers as needed toward their goals • Promote collaboration between state teams and other teams across the organization, ensuring coordination and alignment on shared work and priorities • Other duties as assigned

• Operationalize our 2026 election protection strategy within voting and election coalitions • Create and implement a plan to operationalize strategy with our coalition partners

This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 10-25 hours per week. Common Cause Wisconsin is launching its Media + Tech Pillar, a new initiative focused on helping communities engage with AI, misinformation, and civic access to information. This intern will support the launch from day one: owning social media content, providing project support to Tech Pillar, and helping coordinate an 8-district statewide listening tour. Responsibilities - Create and publish 3–5 social media posts per week (graphics, reels, carousels, stories) on democracy + tech topics, listening tour updates, and educational content - Maintain project trackers, draft agendas, take meeting notes, and produce action-item recaps for the Tech Pillar build-out - Coordinate logistics for the 8-district listening tour: venue outreach, registration (Eventbrite), volunteer recruitment, toolkits, and run-of-show materials - Conduct research and write short briefs, memos, and newsletter/blog drafts supporting tour conversations and webinars - Help produce end-of-summer deliverables: a Listening Tour Summary, a Tech Pillar content library, and a Fall programming roadmap Skills You’ll Build - Strategic communications: translating complex tech/democracy topics into clear, public-facing content - Content planning: managing a content calendar and approval workflow - Project management: trackers, timelines, agendas, and action items - Event & field coordination: statewide logistics, venue partners, RSVPs, and volunteers - Professional collaboration: working with senior leaders in a mission-driven environment Qualifications: - Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams - A clear writer who can adapt their voice for different audiences - Interested in democracy, technology policy, or community organizing - Experience with Canva, Eventbrite, or Google Workspace is a plus — not required $17.50 - $17.50 a year Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

• Research and map our current hiring process to identify friction points and opportunities for enhancement • Audit and rewrite interview and rejection templates to ensure clarity, inclusivity, and alignment with our values • Develop employer-brand content that showcases our hiring philosophy and candidate experience • Support interview scheduling, coordination, and data tracking to uncover process bottlenecks • Contribute to internship program reviews and help implement recommended improvements

• Employee Experience Survey (EES) Pulse Check and ERG Member Survey: Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to these important employee feedback mechanisms. • L&D Knowledge Management System: Organize and update materials related to the Individual Professional Development (IPD) fund, and support the restructuring of the Employee Resource Hub. • ERG Lead Retreat Planning and Logistics: Contribute to the planning and execution of this annual event for our Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders. • Data Collection and Analysis: Gather, synthesize, and interpret data to inform L&D initiatives and decisions. • Community Building: Support the development and engagement of our employee community, particularly through the ERGs. • Training Preparation and Facilitation: Assist with the preparation and delivery of L&D training programs, including basic facilitation skills.

This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 10-25 hours per week. Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Campaigns and Organizing team relating to election protection. The Election Protection Intern will play a key role in supporting our annual two-day internal Election Protection (EP) Seminar. This internship provides hands-on experience in program coordination, resource development, and stakeholder engagement within a fast-paced civic engagement environment. Skills you will build and work you will be involved in: - Compile and organize Election Protection resources for staff, volunteers, and coalition partners - Review materials and toolkits to ensure information is accurate, clear, and up to date - Help prepare training resources for distribution before the seminar - Support the technical setup of virtual events and webinars - Manage virtual meeting tools, breakout rooms, and chat questions during sessions - Troubleshoot basic technical issues and help ensure sessions run smoothly - Track attendance and assist with note-taking during the seminar - Organize presentation slides, recordings, and resources after the event - Draft and send follow-up emails to participants - Support clear communication and resource sharing with staff, volunteers, and partners Qualifications: You will be a good fit for this internship if you have: - A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process - A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner - A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail - A willingness to build your writing and listening skills - A willingness to learn new skills $17.50 - $17.50 an hour Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

• Help develop and publish social media content • Support digital advocacy campaigns • Engage with online audiences • Assist with research and content development that advances our pro-democracy mission • Contribute to member outreach, digital storytelling, and communications projects

This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 15 hours per week. You will report to the Digital Director. Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Digital Campaigns teams relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process. Skills you will build and work you will be involved in: - Drafting email, web, and/or SMS content - Track and analyze data then make strategic recommendations based on findings - Brainstorm and implement A/B tests - Researching potential petition topics presenting them to the Senior Manager for Digital Campaigns - Support operations of digital campaigning program, including with production, quality assurance, and scheduling sends - Respond to supporter questions and comments from email or forward to appropriate staff Qualifications: You will be a good fit for this internship if you have: - A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process - A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner - A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail - A willingness to build your writing and listening skills - A willingness to learn new skills $17.50 - $17.50 an hour Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 25 hours per week. You will report to the Senior Director, Organizing. Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Organizing team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with the development of the "People's Lobby Freedom School" that will be launched in the Summer 2026, along with the in-person convenings in up to 5 States. Skills you will build and work you will be involved in: - Support national, state, and local organizing efforts through trainings and workshops - Assist with planning and staffing on-the-ground events and activations - Help coordinate with coalition partners to advance shared democracy goals Qualifications: You will be a good fit for this internship if you have: - A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process - A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner - A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail - A willingness to build your writing and listening skills - A willingness to learn new skills $17.50 - $17.50 an hour Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.

This part-time internship is a remote role and will be 10-25 hours per week. You will report to the Senior Policy Director, Voting & Fair Representation. Common Cause is seeking an intern to work with our Voting & Fair Representation team relating to voting and elections, redistricting, and democracy reform. In this role you will assist with advocacy campaigns, grassroots engagement, research, policy development, communications, and/or member outreach and events. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a commitment to a fair and transparent democracy, and who is interested in learning more about government affairs and the legislative process.  Skills you will build and work you will be involved in: - Conduct legal, political, and demographic research on voting rights and redistricting - Analyze topics such as election security, redistricting reform, and state-level voting rights protections - Support the development of organizing and lobbying resources by gathering lessons learned from successful campaigns - Contribute to written reports and resources that will inform Common Cause staff and coalition partners nationwide Qualifications: You will be a good fit for this internship if you have: - A passion for learning about elections, organizing, and the legislative process - A desire and an ability to work in a non-partisan manner - A willingness to build your organizational skills and attention to detail - A willingness to build your writing and listening skills - A willingness to learn new skills $17.50 - $17.50 an hour Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country.