Get A Job, Sir.
A number of job openings I've been meaning to post about.
Rock the Vote is hiring for a number of positions. Full descriptions are also available at http://www.rockthevote.com/rtv_jobs.php Interested applicants should check out the job descriptions and, if interested, email jobs@rockthevote.com by March 28th.
Mobile Program Manager
Rock the Vote is seeking a Mobile Program Manager to oversee RTV’s mobile outreach program. Qualified candidates will have a proven track record developing and managing successful mobile and/or new media programs. She/he will have exceptional project management and communication skills and will be passionate about using new technologies to organize and turn-out young voters.
Online Organizer
Rock the Vote is seeking an Online Organizing Manager to oversee all online organizing activities. Qualified candidates will have a proven track record developing and managing successful online organizing campaigns. She/he will have exceptional written communication skills and will be passionate about using new technologies to organize and turn-out young voters.
Digital Associate
Rock the Vote is seeking a Digital Associate to support and assist the Digital Media Department. The successful candidate should be passionate about using new technologies to organize and turn-out young voters.
Media Relations Associate
Rock the Vote is seeking a Media Relations Associate to support and assist the Communications Department. The successful candidate should have experience working with the press and strong research and writing skills.
The Center for Progressive Leadership is looking to place a number of Fellows in entry-level jobs in the progressive movement. Job openings are available in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan and D.C. There are also paid internships (10 weeks in length) available in D.C.
More information here. Get the application here.
US PIRG is also hiring a campus organizer and for a number of fellowship positions all over the country.
Finally, the Young Democrats are looking to hire Executive Directors in California, Utah, and Virginia. They are also looking for a new Director of Development. More details here. Deadlines are March 21st.
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The mighty, scary press corps(updated below) Criticizing the McCain campaign for refusing to allow reporters to question Sarah Palin, Time's Jay Carney writes:Political operatives love to talk about circumventing the media and ...Political Wire:
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