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Strategic Operations Intern

Issue One
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Strategic Operations Intern

Semester: Spring (January-May 2026)

Status: Part-time Temporary (20-25 hours per week)
Reports to: Strategic Operations Lead

Stipend: $18.00 per hour 

Location: Washington, DC or Remote

PLEASE APPLY HERE: https://issueonereform.bamboohr.com/careers/97

ORGANIZATION

Issue One is a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization that unites Republicans, Democrats, and independents to win game-changing federal reforms to fix our broken political system and create an inclusive democracy that works for everyone. Issue One educates the public and Congress to pass legislation to increase transparency, strengthen government ethics and accountability, reduce the influence of big money in politics, protect the freedom to vote, and strengthen U.S. elections.

POSITION

The Advocacy Teams at Issue One are made up of three interconnected teams: Strategic Engagement Team, which builds bipartisan coalitions and advances campaigns like Check the Exec; Legislative Team, which develops and executes advocacy strategies on Capitol Hill; and Policy Team, which sets forth the organization’s strategic agenda, partnering with key thought leaders across the country to advance pro-democracy reforms. 

The Strategic Operations function supports all three teams by strengthening internal systems, maintaining organizational infrastructure, and ensuring cross-team coordination. Issue One seeks a Spring Strategic Operations intern interested in helping improve project management tools, track deliverables, and streamline processes that allow the Advocacy teams to execute their respective work more effectively. The person will report to the Strategic Operations Lead for the Advocacy Teams.

 

Our interns are integral members of Issue One, a small but growing office where you will gain hands-on experience in project management and cross-team coordination. We also work closely with other reform organizations and will give you a comprehensive look at the vital work being done nationwide in democracy reform.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support cross-team coordination by helping track project workflows, monitor deadlines, and keep information organized across the Advocacy teams (Policy, Legislative, Strategic Engagement) 
  • Assist in maintaining and improving Issue One’s Notion infrastructure, including updating project databases, dashboards, and other tools
  • Contribute to building Issue One’s FY26 goal tracking dashboard by gathering internal data/updates 
  • Observe team operations and share ideas for small process improvements that could make collaboration more effective; draft simple process guides, checklists, or documentation to strengthen knowledge sharing across the Advocacy teams 
  • Learn how a bipartisan advocacy organization operates by observing team meetings and providing logistical support, such as note-taking and follow-ups
  • Provide project management support for special initiatives or events, helping ensure clear timelines and responsibilities
  • Participate in team meetings and provide logistical and organizational support as needed

REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, positive attitude, and eager to learn
  • Interest in nonprofit operations, management, or strategy
  • Comfort working with digital tools like Notion and Google Workspace (experience with project management software a plus)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to evolving priorities

LOCATION

This will be a part-time internship of 20-25 hours per week. Interns can work remotely or join us on-site for a hybrid schedule, including being in our Washington, DC office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If remote, they must reside in a state where Issue One is formally established. These states include California, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, North Carolina, Rhode Island, Utah, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Remote opportunities outside of these states will not be available.

We anticipate this being a roughly 18-week internship, starting on or about Monday, Jan. 12, and ending on or about Friday, May 22.

SALARY & BENEFITS

This intern will be expected to work between 20-25 hours per week and be compensated at $18.00 per hour. 

Intern Selection Timeline

  • Oct. 2-24: Position is posted, and resumes are collected 
  • Oct. 24-31: Resumes are screened and interviews are scheduled.
  • Nov. 1-7: Preferred candidate selected and internship offered  

Special Note: While Issue One will do its best to follow the above timeline, there are instances where the selection process is shortened or delayed due to circumstances beyond our control. The organization will do its best to update all selected candidates on any changes to the timeline. In addition, while resumes may be submitted after Oct. 24, there’s no guarantee they will be screened for a potential interview.

DEI Philosophy and Self-ID Questionnaire 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) drive everything we do at Issue One. We celebrate each individual's unique perspectives and experiences with our team. Your voice matters to us, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

As part of our ongoing DEI efforts, we invite all applicants to voluntarily complete our self-identification questionnaire when submitting their resume. Rest assured, your responses are confidential and have no impact on your job application. This survey helps us better understand our diverse community, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities for success.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply by clicking on the link at the top of the posting. Please include how you heard about the position.

Issue One is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations. We intend to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decisions, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, credit information, employment status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, homeless status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, fringe benefits, and other compensation, the application of disability and/or temporary disability policies, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.