About this Fall 2026 Compliance Internship role at Dga
Dga · Hybrid · Washington, DC
The Democratic Governors Association (DGA), the independent, non-profit, campaign committee responsible for electing and supporting Democratic governors, is seeking a Compliance intern for the Fall 2026 term. The DGA works closely with the state and Washington, DC offices of the Democratic governors as well as many other national Democratic and progressive organizations.
DGA internships allow interested students to obtain practical political experience within the DGA Compliance Department including donor research, database maintenance, assisting with report filing, standardizing donor data, and administrative support to the department to ensure a successful operation.
DGA Compliance interns are assigned a variety of projects and tasks that support the DGA. Interns mainly report to the Compliance Director for assignments and feedback, as well as regular check-in’s with the Intern Coordinator who manages DGA’s internship program.
For the Fall 2026 term, DGA internships will be hybrid, with the option for interns located in Washington, DC to use the office on a limited basis. Selected interns are provided a program stipend of $4,000. Housing is not provided.
Applicants should submit a resume and 1-2 paragraphs on why you want to work as an intern at the DGA and how you anticipate a DGA internship will benefit your career. Please include a draft work schedule at the end of your 1-2 paragraphs. Hour requirements are listed below. Potential applicants who have an interest working on Democratic campaigns or supporting Democratic campaigns are strongly encouraged to apply. No calls or emails, please.
This application will remain open until the position is filled.
Typical Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications/Expectations
Diversity Practices
The DGA is committed to ensuring equal opportunity to participate in the internship program regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. The DGA strongly encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply to this internship.
Closing
The DGA Internship Coordinator can work with selected interns and their school/program to obtain course credit for this internship.
The DGA offices are based in downtown Washington, DC and we are currently in a hybrid work protocol. The DGA will work with potential candidates to schedule remote interviews and process on-boarding procedures remotely, as necessary.
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