35 democracy jobs at 28 companies in United States
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Democracy Fellow
Washington, Pennsylvania, United States
$22/hrOnsiteFull Time, Temporary
Center for Coalfield Justice: Provides environmental advocacy and community organizing for coalfield regions.
0+ YOEEntry-level fellowship; no prior experience required; full-time 40 hours/week; requires reliable transportation and driver’s license; based in Washington, PA with regional travel.
All Voting is Local: Advocates for voter access and election administration reform.
4+ YOECollege degree or equivalent, 4+ years in organizing/campaigns/voting-rights coalition work, strong project management and supervisory experience, excellent written/oral communication, ability to convene partners, willingness to travel and reside in Arizona.
Fall 2026 Democracy, Speech & Technology Externship
Fresno or Sacramento or San Francisco
HybridMultiple Commitments Available
ACLU of Northern California: Protects and advances civil liberties and rights in California.
Law or graduate students; enrolled in program; strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; commitment to social justice and civil liberties.
2026-2027 Democracy In Action Fellowship Application
Jackson or Mississippi or United States
$2k/yrOnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Mississippi Votes: Promoting youth civic engagement and voting rights in Mississippi.
Must be currently enrolled at a college/university in Mississippi, registered to vote in Mississippi, interested in grassroots organizing, self-starter, flexible schedule, minimum 10 hours/week, and able to host events and complete required reporting.
University of Michigan: Public research university offering undergraduate and graduate education.
Tenured faculty appointment focusing on research, teaching, and public engagement in democracy policy; record of research excellence; ability to teach undergraduate, master and PhD courses; interdisciplinary collaboration; background checks required.
Democracy Forward: Provides legal representation and research to advance democratic progress.
5+ YOEJ.D. and active bar admission required; 5+ years legal experience; strong research, writing, analytical, coalition and project-management skills; familiarity with democratic governance and related law.
Brennan Center for Justice: Advocates for democracy and justice through research and litigation.
Undergraduate students only; in-person New York office; 10–20 hrs/week; strong research, writing, and Microsoft Office skills; data experience helpful; independent and detail-oriented.
University of Michigan: A public research university providing higher education and research.
Tenured faculty appointment requiring demonstrated research excellence, ability to teach undergraduate, master and PhD courses, interest in public engagement, and willingness to collaborate across units; submit letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and references.
StarbucksNASDAQ: SBUX: Global coffeehouse chain and specialty coffee roaster.
No prior experience required. Must be available for flexible hours (early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays). Able to prepare beverages and food, handle cash, follow store policies, and engage with customers.
National Women's Law Center: Protects women's legal rights through litigation and policy advocacy.
Must be enrolled in law school and eligible for academic credit; strong research, writing, and communication skills; interest in democratic reform, judicial nominations, and policy advocacy.
Third Plateau: Consulting firm providing strategy and management for social impact.
7+ YOE7+ years of professional experience in communication campaigns, public opinion research, and coalition work; strong project management, presentation, and facilitation skills; able to lead across diverse teams and travel up to 15%.
The Carter Center: Program Associate, Democracy Program
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
HybridFull Time
Emory Healthcare: Academic healthcare system providing patient care and medical services.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years related experience (or equivalent). Preferred: post-graduate degree, human rights/governance experience, program management, budget and supervision experience. HEAT required for travel.
Short-Term Instructional - Democracy and Justice Studies
Green Bay or Sheboygan or Manitowoc
HybridPart Time
Universities of Wisconsin: A public university system providing higher education in Wisconsin.
Masters degree in a related field required; strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills; must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Protect Democracy: Defends democratic institutions and the rule of law.
Experienced attorney with AI/emerging tech law expertise; senior (≥10 years) or early to mid-career (≥4 years); strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills; bar membership; able to lead litigation and policy work.
Legal Research Tools, AI and Emerging Technology Law
The Carter Center: Program Associate, Democracy Program
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
HybridFull Time
Emory University: Private research university providing higher education and clinical healthcare.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree and 2 years related experience (or equivalent). Program coordination, research, budgeting, grant management, reporting, event logistics, and occasional travel with HEAT required; preferred experience in governance, elections, human rights, fundraising, and supervision.
Summer 2026 Internship, Democracy and Security Network, Legal
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$18/hrHybridMultiple Commitments Available
German Marshall Fund of the United States: Promotes transatlantic cooperation through policy research and leadership development.
Law student or law degree required; strong legal research, writing, and analytic skills; interest in civil-military relations and democratic resilience; excellent organization and attention to detail; 20–30 hrs/week.
States United Democracy Center - Senior Manager (New Media)
Boston or Brooklyn or Washington or United States
$110k/yrRemoteFull Time
States United Democracy Center: Nonprofit focused on rule of law, elections integrity, and civic engagement.
8+ YOEBachelor’s in Communications or related; 8+ years in digital communications and creator engagement; strong writing; ability to manage partnerships; travel up to 15%; remote work.
Assistant, Associate or full Professor of Law (State and Local Democracy)
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
$150k/yrOnsiteFull Time
University of Wisconsin–Madison: Public research university providing academic programs and clinical healthcare.
J.D. or equivalent required; record or strong potential of scholarly achievement in state and local governance, ability to teach constitutional, election, property, zoning, and related courses.
Temporary Research Analyst - Penn Center for Media, Technology, and Democracy - Penn Engineering
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
$7-$25/hrRemotePart Time
University of Pennsylvania: Research university offering higher education and healthcare services.
Graduate degree and experience in research synthesis, literature reviews, quantitative or computational social science, and strong written communication skills.