Internships

TENNESSEE DEMOCRATIC PARTY STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Submit an online application

Contact: Kevin Teets at kevin@tndp.org

Description

The TNDP Internship Program provides college, graduate, and high school level students with an opportunity to play a hands-on role in Tennessee politics. Students from across the state can participate to develop leadership responsibilities, while working alongside of TNDP staff, legislators and candidates.  

Academic Expectations 

Students with a desire to work in a political campaign environment are welcomed, but political science and history backgrounds are not required. Positions are available for students with experience in government, political science, administration, communication, graphic design and video production. Selection is based on academic qualifications, including a minimum 2.5 GPA, as well as each applicant's passion and expected aptitude for the variety of job assignments within the TNDP.

Time Frame 

There will be Fall internships available in 2013. 

Due to an overwhelmingly number of applicants, our Summer internship program is now full and we won't be accepting any new applications.

BENEFITS
There are no paid internships within the TNDP; however, there are many intangible benefits of a TNDP Internship, such as direct interaction with political leaders, hands-on experience in a fast-paced political office, and practical training in the tools and techniques of modern campaigns. Based on your performance, your supervisors will be happy to write you strong letters of recommendation and assist you in the next stages of your career.

Academic Credit

The number of academic credits granted depends on your college or university. Please contact your faculty representative to obtain this information and collect any necessary forms from your university internship advisor. We are happy to work with any institution to meet the guidelines for credit. 

Please note: obtaining academic credit is by no means a requirement, but it is encouraged.

DUTIES
Interns will be assigned to a TNDP office during the term of their assignment, and opportunities are available across the state. Duties may include community outreach, data management, fundraising assistance, event planning assistance, research, grassroots organizing, communications assistance, graphic design, video and web design, and administrative work.

PROJECTS, TOURS AND GUEST SPEAKERS
In the past, we have taken interns to the Tennessee State Capitol, as well as to meetings, rallies, and events across the state. 

HOW TO APPLY
Interested students must submit an online application.