People and Culture Intern

People and Culture Interns (2)

1-DEI and Finance Track

1-Project Management and PMEL Track

Semester:
Summer (June-August 2026)

Status:
Part-time Temporary (10-20 hours per week)

Reports to:

VP of People and Culture, Operations & Administrative Specialist

Stipend: $18.40/hour

Location:

Washington, DC or Remote Possible

ORGANIZATION

Issue One is the leading nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization that unites Republicans, Democrats, and independents to win game-changing federal reforms to fix our broken political system and create an inclusive democracy that works for everyone. Issue One educates the public and Congress to pass legislation to reduce the influence of big money in politics, strengthen government ethics, bolster U.S. elections, and create a healthy online information environment that enhances our democracy.

POSITION

As an intern at Issue One, you will play a meaningful role in strengthening our internal systems and supporting the organization's mission. We are hiring two interns for Summer 2026, each aligned with a distinct track. Applicants will be asked to indicate which track they are most interested in pursuing.

DEI and Finance Track

In this track, you will support our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives while also contributing to core finance and administrative processes. Your work will help promote a culture of inclusion, advance our DEI goals, and ensure our internal systems are equitable and welcoming. You will also collaborate closely with our Operations team on administrative tasks that improve workflows and strengthen organizational infrastructure.

PMEL & Project Management Track

In this track, you will support our Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (PMEL) efforts and contribute to project management across teams. You will help develop systems that track progress, assess impact, and support organizational learning.

This role offers hands‑on experience with project coordination, data organization, and cross‑team collaboration.

Across both tracks, our interns are integral members of Issue One. As part of a growing and dynamic office, you will gain hands-on experience in research, communications, event planning, and other cross‑functional projects. You will work alongside a supportive team committed to your growth, learning, and professional development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

DEI and Finance Track:

Reports to:

Culture and Finance Manager

* With guidance from the DEI committee, assist with the completion of our 2026 goals;

* Work closely with the Culture and Finance Manager on organizing company events and professional development opportunities

* Assist with rejuvenating and establishing Employee Resource Groups for those in the democracy-reform field;

* Work with the Ops Team to evaluate DEI efforts in a challenging political environment.

* Plan the bi-monthly DEI Discussion Group, including selecting podcasts, articles, videos, or books that may be the topic of discussion and putting together questions to elevate the conversation;

* Start establishing relationships with potential partners as part of our talent pipeline-building initiatives and continue to make recommendations for improving recruitment and retention;

* Update our DEI dashboard that allows Issue One to monitor the successes or challenges of our various DEI efforts.

* Assist DEI committee with monthly meetings, including developing the agenda, taking meeting minutes, and sharing updates on any DEI-related news.

Other Responsibilities TBD. Given our Human Resource Department's fluid nature, duties are subject to change, and new responsibilities might be added based on the program's needs. Therefore, the intern must be able to adapt to program needs and remain optimistic when changes take place.

Project Management and PMEL Track:

Reports to:

Strategic Operations Manager

* Support the development of new PMEL (Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning) systems at Issue One, including helping design processes and tools from the ground up.

* Assist with project tracking, program success monitoring, and results analysis, helping translate program activity into measurable outcomes.

* Help develop templates and systems for…