Voter Engagement Internship CLOSED

Voter Engagement Internship

For the 2026 Midterm Election cycle, HeadCount will be operating a six month internship session from June 1st to November 30th. This internship includes a $3000 stipend, paid out monthly over the course of the internship, with an estimated workload of 15 hours per week, during the eastern time business hours of 10 AM – 6 PM. Our office is located in the Garment District of Manhattan. We offer both remote and in person internships.

This is an excellent opportunity to hone your strategic operation skills while gaining valuable and high-profile experience in the political, music, or nonprofit arenas. Join us at HeadCount for an internship that bridges your passion for music and civic engagement. Gain hands-on experience, make a meaningful impact, and contribute to our dynamic and growing organization. This program is designed to provide interns with growth-oriented experiences, enabling them to take on increasing responsibility. Many of our interns have been offered and accepted full-time positions with HeadCount and others have landed jobs within the music industry and at other non-profits.

Responsibilities

• Research up-to-date election dates, laws and processes for all 50 states
• Research various topics related to elections (i.e. legislation regarding social issues)
• Create engaging ways to educate audiences about voting via social media
• Attend and take notes during calls and internal meetings
• Assist in writing and editing emails
• Assist in cross-departmental projects where voter information/research is needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

• Student working towards a degree in related field
• Nonprofit or social activist experience a plus
• Proficiency required in MS Office and Google Workspace programs
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills required
• Must supply own laptop