Work under the Press Secretary on daily press operations: media lists, monitoring, and drafting statements and talking points.
- Compensation
- Unpaid, with sign-offs available for class credit or volunteer hours
- Schedule
- At least 15 hours per week, flexible around classes
- Reports to
- Press Secretary
Position summary
The Booker for the Commonwealth campaign is currently seeking a Press Intern to help elect Kentucky Democratic nominee Charles Booker to the U.S. Senate. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, interested in political communications, and excited to work in a fast-paced environment.
The Press Intern will work under the campaign's Press Secretary and the rest of the communications team on a range of day-to-day press operations.
Responsibilities
- Creating and maintaining press lists and media contacts.
- Conducting daily media monitoring and tracking relevant coverage.
- Supporting the drafting of press statements, social media copy, talking points, and other written materials.
- Assisting with press outreach and other communications projects as needed.
Schedule and location
Candidates should have availability to work at least 15 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility to accommodate classes and other extracurricular commitments. Proximity to Louisville is preferred, but not required.
This internship is unpaid, but supervisors will be able to provide sign-offs for class credit or volunteer hours.
What to send
Submit a current resume.
Download the full description (PDF)
How to apply
Email your resume to press@charlesbooker.org with "Press Intern: FULL NAME" in the subject line. The button below opens your email with all of that filled in. Attach your resume before you send it.