AAPC Foundation Summer Internship at ColdSpark

AAPC Foundation Summer Internship at ColdSpark

The AAPC Foundation Summer Internship Program offers students a full-time, paid, nine-week applied learning experience with a designated AAPC member firm. Interns gain practical skills, professional networks, and insight into how campaigns, data, and technology shape civic engagement—preparing them to become the next generation of leaders in the field.

ColdSpark is a full-service political consulting firm based in Pittsburgh, PA, and Washington, DC, and has served as the lead consultant for some of the most impactful campaigns of the past decade. ColdSpark offers interns firsthand experience in political, communications, and public affairs campaigns, as well as select non-political public affairs and advocacy efforts.

Interns may have the opportunity to interact with campaign professionals and political candidates and contribute meaningfully to campaign success. Responsibilities vary day to day and may include supporting fundraising events, conducting research, gathering information to support campaign messaging, and assisting with a range of campaign activities. ColdSpark is seeking a passionate, politically engaged student interested in gaining a deeper understanding of how campaigns operate.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with event planning and execution
• Support day-to-day needs of the political department
• Conduct list searches and data gathering at the request of strategists
• Potentially assist with copy for mail, digital, and fundraising efforts
• Research campaign finance records; compile election results and conduct news monitoring as needed
• Compile data on issues as requested by campaign management

This position is ideal for candidates who are:

• Studying communications, marketing, public affairs, political science, or a related field (students in other disciplines with demonstrated political interest through coursework, extracurricular activities, or volunteer experience are encouraged to apply)
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Skilled in written and verbal communication across phone, text, email, and Slack
• Proficient with computers, including Google Workspace and Microsoft Office

Learn more about ColdSpark here: https://coldspark.com/