Political Flash Internship
Political Flash Internship:
The Callie Barr Campaign for Congress is seeking bright, passionate individuals to support our voter outreach and mobilization efforts for the 2024 election. This is a virtual opportunity that will conclude following the November election. Responsibilities include:
- Voter identification and mobilization calls to determine support levels for the candidate.
- Host and facilitate formal phone banking sessions with volunteers.
- Recruit additional volunteers through a variety of means including campus outreach and email/phone solicitation while brainstorming additional ways for the campaign to expand our network.
- Participate in weekly strategy meetings with campaign staff.
- Learn from experienced campaign staff on what it takes to run a political campaign and how to break into the political industry.
Full training will be provided by our team. Interns will gain first-hand experience and exposure to political campaigning at the federal level and will leave this short-term opportunity with strong, lasting connections while developing a strong early skill set.
Requirements:
- Commitment to work a minimum of 10 hours a week, with flexible hours determined by your own schedule.
- Ideal candidates should be self-starters and able to work independently while remaining organized.
- An interest in politics and political campaigns is highly desired.
- Active social media presence - representing Callie and our campaign online in an engaging, professional way.
- Ability to learn voter databases and systems.
- Willingness to communicate directly with voters through phone contact, keeping in mind you are a representative of the campaign.
About Callie:
Callie is a 5th-generation Michigander running for Congress in Michigan’s 1st District. Callie is a proud graduate of Cheboygan High School where she met her husband, Mat. After September 11, Mat enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served two tours in Iraq. Callie attended Central Michigan University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in secondary education. Callie moved with her husband five times in 15 years, raising two girls and eventually caregiving for Mat after he suffered combat injuries, including post-traumatic stress and a traumatic brain injury.
Frustrated by the lack of support for active military members and returning veterans, Callie became involved in advocating for the military and their families with Blue Star Families and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers. Callie then went on to receive a law degree, graduating with honors from the University of Michigan Law School so she could better advocate for policy changes at the federal level. Callie is running for office because MI-01 deserves a representative that is from Michigan and for Michigan.