Accounting Intern

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We’re hiring! Are you fired up to elect Democrats up and down the ticket?

Welcome to the DNC Accounting Internship Application! 

The DNC Accounting department is accepting applications for our Spring 2027 Internship Program! This is a separate application from the DNC General Internship Application because it requires specific experience. 

Interning with the DNC’s Accounting team is a unique opportunity for future leaders to gain real life, hands-on experience in Democratic political accounting, learn and experience industry processes, strengthen their understanding of the political process, and prepare them for future opportunities in the political realm.

The program will run from January 11, 2027 - March 19, 2027 and will be conducted in an in-person, hybrid, or remote format. Interns who are based in the Washington D.C. area will have an opportunity to perform in-person work for the DNC at the Democratic National Committee Headquarters and DNC events. You must be located in the United States to apply for this internship.

The DNC Internship Program provides a stipend of $3,700. Housing is not provided. During the upcoming term, interns are expected to work 20 hours per week. 

The deadline for applications is November 27, 2026.

Department Summary:

The Accounting Department is a core part of the DNC. Our goal is to ensure the financial integrity and transparency of our operations through rigorous reporting, compliance, and budget tracking; managing the critical resources required to power national campaign initiatives and help support and elect Democrats across the country.

Position Summary:

During your time as a DNC Accounting intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the day-to-day financial operations of a major political organization. Working directly with our Accounting Team, you will assist with key financial processes, budget tracking, and compliance efforts. In this role, you’ll interact and communicate regularly with the DNC's external partners and vendors, as well as collaborate with colleagues across various departments. An Accounting intern will manage assigned, time-sensitive projects and develop a foundational understanding of non-profit and political accounting practices in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be part of the intern class and will regularly participate in broader programming, professional development, and support activities alongside interns from other DNC teams.

Internship Responsibilities/Duties:

• Track, analyze, and reconcile cumulative vendor payments against statutory IRS thresholds to determine 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC eligibility
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations, post general ledger journal entries, and assist with account analysis
• Support day-to-day accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processing, vendor invoice management, and expense report verification

Skills:

• Eager to learn, reliable, and able to work well independently and on a collaborative team
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and clear written and verbal communication abilities

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship and meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution). It is highly recommended that applicants complete at least one full term prior to submitting an application.
• Graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the first day of the internship.
• A veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty, for any length of time, in the two years preceding the first day of the internship.

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• Commitment of 20 hours per week during the program
• Physically present in the United States to participate in this internship program

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• References

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Due to the volume of applications, we cannot review additional materials sent outside of the application form. All applicants must fully complete the application to be considered. To ensure you have the most recent information, we encourage you to read our FAQ page before reaching out with questions. If you have a specific question, please email us at [email protected].

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.