Operations Associate / Internship Coordinator
Posted on 11/2/2023
INACTIVE
Elects Democrats by empowering activists, mobilizing voters
Company Overview
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is a robust organization that prioritizes grassroots activism, voter mobilization, and nationwide organization to elect Democrats at all levels. With a focus on investing in the middle class and reducing costs for working families, the DNC is committed to building a stronger economy from the bottom up. Additionally, the DNC's unique position as the only party committee responsible for electing Democrats nationwide offers a competitive advantage in terms of reach and influence.
Government & Public Sector
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
N/A
Founded
1848
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↓ -3%1 year growth
↓ -1%2 year growth
↑ 3%Locations
Washington, DC, USA
Experience Level
Intern
Desired Skills
Management
Communications
CategoriesNew
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
- Enjoys a fast paced working environment, adapts quickly to shifting goals, and understands the sense of urgency
- Self-motivator with a proactive approach to traditional and unexpected assignments
- Works well independently and has a collaborative approach to projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; thoroughness, timeliness, and attention to detail
- Proven ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent analytical aptitude and a passion for improving organizational processes
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels
- Operates as a team player with the mindset that it is important to offer help to team members on pressing priority projects
- Flexibility and recognition that winning campaigns often means working outside of traditional office hours
- Works well under pressure
- Other duties as assigned to support the department and the DNC's mission
- A Bachelor's degree or 4 years experience in an office environment
- Prior internship management experience is preferred, but not required
- Comfortable working across multiple software platforms
Responsibilities
- Administer the DNC's internship program to include outreach, recruitment, onboarding and providing our intern class with a positive, meaningful, and successful experience every semester
- Consult with Operations Leadership, Human Resources, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as needed to refine the DNC's internship program
- Serves as a liaison between our interns, staff, and different departments
- Leads Front Desk Operations for the DNC including managing the organization wide phone system, facilitating meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and coordinating usage of conference rooms throughout the building
- Coordinates across the Operations, Human Resources, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion teams to ensure that all team projects have support
- Oversees special projects at the discretion of the Director of Operations
- Facilitates operational onboarding sessions for new hires
- Provides ongoing support to the travel operations at the DNC
- Assists with executing DNC initiatives and events
- Develops and maintains department file management system
- Assists with the DNC contracting process as needed
- Assists in vendor management, research, and bill reconciliation as needed
- Other duties as assigned to support the department and the DNC's mission