Learn marketable Human Resources skills while helping to elect Democrats up and down the ballot by joining us at DSPolitical.
Who Are We?
DSPolitical pioneers the best integration of data and technology to persuade audiences and deliver wins for Democratic and progressive candidates, causes, and issues with the most efficient and effective digital advertising campaigns in politics and issue advocacy.
DSPolitical doesn’t just offer solutions -- we create them. Our award-winning team works hand-in-hand to develop and deploy leading-edge solutions, uniquely crafted to reach the audiences our clients need to be successful in both the public affairs, corporate communications, and political arenas.
DSPolitical works hard to provide our clients with innovative solutions based on the diverse perspectives of our team. To that end, we’re committed to recruiting team members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
DSPolitical is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, and all backgrounds. DSPolitical job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.
We’re always looking for exceptional people to join our team. If this sounds like you, please apply!
DSPolitical is hiring for a Human Resources Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in Human Resources Operations. This internship runs through to November 2026. This is a paid internship position. To participate in our internship program, interns must commit to working a minimum of 20 hours per week, not to exceed 30 hours per week. The HR Intern works closely with the Senior Director of HR and provides support to the Human Resources Department. Specific duties may include the following:
- Assist with event coordination and staff engagement
- Research HR related topics
- Answer employee inquiries
- Maintain documents, personnel files and HRIS system
- Support HR initiatives and projects
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications & Skill Requirements:
- Solution-Oriented Focus
- A passion for discretion and confidentiality
- Excellent intra-personal skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Positive Personality
- Excellent Computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and Google Suites
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources or similar field
DSPolitical is proud to offer the following:
- Hourly wage rate of $17.95 per hour.
- An opportunity to develop key workplace skills
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Mobile phone & internet reimbursement and much more!
Office Hours
This position is based in Washington, DC and follows a hybrid work model. Work hours are consistently 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday - Friday, with the expectation that evening and weekend work will be required as necessary. Interns will need to plan their schedules within this timeframe.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources or similar field
- Excellent Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suites
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Solution-Oriented Focus
- A passion for discretion and confidentiality
- Excellent intra-personal skills
- Positive Personality
What We Do
DSPolitical brings together the best data-driven targeting science with a multi-layered advertising strategy to help your campaign find the exact right people online every time. With the richness of television and the targeting ability of direct mail, your online advertising campaign will make a real impact on election day.
