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Program

FairVote's Democracy Fellowship Program
Organization

FairVote
Opportunity Type

Fellowship
About the Program

Each year we seek applicants for full-time, salaried Democracy Fellow positions in Washington, DC for 11 months from September through July of the following year. FairVote's Democracy Fellowship Program provides an opportunity for those with an interest in election reform to work on substantive projects while building valuable skills and networking with others in the field. Fellows will be assigned projects to manage from beginning to end, and will also assist with supervision of FairVote interns. The positions are paid ($25K), with health benefits and a stipend for commuting expenses.
Program Location

Washington, DC
Program Start

September 04, 2018
Application Deadline

March 11, 2019
Application Website

www.fairvote.org/who-we-are/internships-and-employment/fellowships/

Program Benefits

Paid?
 Yes
Pay Rate
 $26,000 per year
Benefits
  • Local travel allowance
  • Health insurance

Requirements

Description

FairVote staff are committed to transforming American democracy to respect for every vote and every voice. The office environment is informal, but focused on making a difference. We seek an applicant eager to work in such an environment, and, ideally, with some of the following skills:

  • Experience or interest working or volunteering in a nonprofit, political, or policy organization
  • Professional or volunteer experience relating to voting or education
  • Strong public speaking, writing, and research skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment, both as employee and supervisor
  • Strong listener, with an attention to detail and ability to self-organize
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changes in the workplace and ask questions when needed
  • Ability to become fluent in new subjects and projects quickly
  • Sense of humor and passion for voting reform

 
Open to residents of:
 National - All 50 States
Open to students attending school in:
 National - All 50 States
Enrollment Status
  • Full time
Citizenship
  • Citizenship status not considered
Keywords
 FairVote's Democracy Fellowship Program
Contact

hr@fairvote.org
Organization Website

www.fairvote.org/who-we-are/contact/
Organization Address

6930 Carroll Avenue, Suite 610
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Organization Phone
 (301) 270-4616
Last Modified Date
 May 14, 2015