2026 Elections Paid Internship | Hybrid in Boston, MA

Date Posted

May 05, 2026 12:00pm

Clean Water Action is a national organizations dedicated to promoting clean, safe, and affordable water, as well as protecting the environment, health, and economic well-being. Clean Water Action focuses on preventing pollution, creating environmentally safe jobs, and empowering individuals to participate in democracy.

Are you passionate about environmental advocacy and eager to make a meaningful impact? Clean Water Action is seeking a dynamic Elections Intern to join our team in Boston for the Summer through the Fall of 2026. This is a part-time temporary paid internship that will provide an impactful experience. This is an incredible opportunity to support our campaigns aimed at electing pro-environment candidates across Massachusetts. As an Elections Intern, you'll craft compelling content, conduct research on candidates, engage with campaign staff, and immerse yourself in grassroots activism. Join us in our mission to protect our planet and communities!

Responsibilities

• Writing content for website articles, blog posts, email communications, etc.
• Researching and compiling information about candidates.
• Communicating with campaign staff of candidates to obtain information about the candidate’s position on environmental issues.
• Assisting in organizing Clean Water Action’s elections committee meetings.
• Researching and compiling information about campaigns, legislator voting records, candidates’ alignment and looking up information on races and districts.
• Administrative tasks such as data entry may be assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Passion for protecting human health and the environment.
• Strong interest in elections work.
• Strong computer skills (competent in working with Word, Excel, Internet, etc.);
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong writing skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with campaign organizing in a variety of racial and socio-economic communities, and/or communications is highly desired.
• The successful applicant should have access to a computer or laptop and reliable internet access.
• Applicant must reside in Massachusetts
  
  

Schedule: 20 hours per week commitment for 26 weeks (6 months). The position is hybrid, with work generally scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. However, occasional in-person meetings or work during evenings and weekends may be required.