Campaign Fellow: VA-Field & Outreach

Jason Knapp for Congress:
Campaign Fellowship

Location:

Hybrid/remote. VA-01 candidates preferred; others in Virginia welcome

Compensation:
Unpaid; academic credit available where applicable

Type:
Campaign (Fellowship) - entry level

Commitment:
Flexible, 5-20+ hours per week depending on fellow availability

Start Date & Duration:
Rolling, through August 4, 2026

How to Apply:

We're looking for students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals to join Jason Knapp's congressional campaign as Fellows. This fellowship is a chance to get real, hands‑on experience on a competitive congressional campaign in Virginia's First District as we head into the August 4 primary.

Fellows work directly with campaign staff and senior volunteers on the daily work of the campaign. You'll get experience across field organizing, communications, and have a real part in reaching and turning out voters across VA-01.

• Help with voter outreach, including canvassing, phone banking, and text banking
• Support the field team with volunteer recruitment, training prep, and turnout
• Enter and track campaign data, including voter contacts and volunteer hours
• Assist with events, including community gatherings, volunteer activities, and fundraisers
• Provide general support such as coordinating with staff and volunteers

• Able to give at least 5-10 hours a week during the fellowship
• Current undergraduate or graduate student, recent graduate or early-career
• Interest in campaigns, politics, and community organizing
• Comfortable talking with people
• Organized, reliable, and good with details
• Experience with campaign tools like VAN is a plus, but we'll train you!

Hybrid/remote role with a mix of remote work and in‑person activities across Virginia's First District (VA-01).