Alex Valdez for Hudson County Commissioner: Campaign Intern

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Join the Alex Valdez for Hudson County Commissioner campaign as we work towards electing Alex Valdez as the Democratic nominee for Hudson County Commissioner for District 9 in the Democratic primary on June 2nd. Our campaign is powered by grassroots support and is dedicated to serving the people of District 9 – East Newark, Harrison, Kearny, Jersey City and Secaucus – and ensuring our communities are affordable, safe, and clean for the next generation. We are seeking interns to join our campaign team for the Primary Election. The program will run through Friday, June 5th.

As the only contested County Commissioner primary in Hudson County, this is a hands-on opportunity to gain real experience on a competitive, community-driven campaign and play a meaningful role within our team executing our campaign plan. You will have the opportunity to embed directly with Alex, the senior campaign team, and important stakeholders in District 9 to gain insight into the day-to-day of a competitive political campaign, build essential skills, and significantly contribute to helping us win.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with field organizing, including attending and leading Direct Voter Contact efforts like canvassing, phone banking, & community outreach events

• Utilize the VAN voter file database to optimize direct voter contact strategies

• Analyze election data to inform strategic campaign decisions

• Help with campaign operations, including volunteer coordination and event planning

• Conduct research on local organizations, stakeholders, and issues

• Aid with campaign fundraising, including candidate call time

• Design text-based, graphic and video social content

• Capture high-quality pictures and videos for various campaign needs across District 9

• Edit photos and videos to create polished and engaging digital content

• Have clear access to, and work closely with, senior campaign staff on day-to-day priorities

What You’ll Gain

• Direct experience in political campaigning and grassroots organizing

• Exposure to different campaign departments including field, fundraising, communications, and campaign strategy

• Opportunities to build relationships with community leaders and organizers

• A strong understanding of how competitive campaigns operate at the local level

Skills and Qualifications

• Passionate about public service, politics, or community organizing

• Organized, reliable, and eager to learn and grow

• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing schedules and demands

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to the values and goals of Democrats in Hudson County.

• Regular access to a vehicle or another way to travel around the district is preferred.

• Some experience working or volunteering for political campaigns is a plus.

• Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi or Gujarati language proficiency is a plus.

Details

• Location: Hybrid (HQ in Kearny, events elsewhere in Hudson County, and some remote work)

• Regular access to a vehicle or another way to travel around the district is preferred

• Time Commitment: Flexible (10–20 hours per week preferred)

• Compensation: Unpaid; academic credit available

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• Please fill out the Google Form with your resume:

• https://forms.gle/ui2PyMuFxTs9qxP3A