Tength Congressional District Democrats

If you (or someone you know) have progressive values and are looking for an internship that will make a difference, we’ve got it! Illinois Tenth Congressional District Democrats (Tenth Dems) is accepting applications for its internship program. The internship is a substantive program designed for high school, college, graduate, and law students seeking an opportunity to become deeply engaged in the political process.

Tenth Dems is a grassroots political organization that helps mobilize voters and activists throughout the 10th Congressional District. It’s a good time to complete a political internship as we organize during this critical period in our nation’s history.

Tenth Dems interns have staffed issue forums and events for elected officials and candidates up and down the ballot, worked on campaigns, and conducted research. We help build the Democratic infrastructure to elect Democrats at all levels of government. Interns may choose to complete general internships or specialize in areas such as media, field, communications, technology, volunteer management, and political outreach.

Internships are unpaid, educational positions; however, academic credit is often available.

“This is an opportunity to learn about grassroots politics and to develop important skills,” said former State Representative and Tenth Dems Founder Lauren Beth Gash. “Many interns have gone on to paid political positions with local campaigns or jobs in Springfield, Washington, and with national not-for-profit organizations. Many have gone on to become elected officials themselves.”

Residency in the 10th Congressional District is not required, but applicants must have an interest in electing Democrats in this area. Interns must devote a minimum of 16 hours per week during the summer, or 8 hours per week during the fall or spring. Applicants should submit a brief paragraph explaining why they would like to be part of the program, along with a resume summarizing their educational background and activities. Neither needs to be formal. To apply or request more information, email us at info@tenthdems.org.

Tenth Dems was proud to support the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month. We walked with candidates and elected officials in parades in Waukegan, Buffalo Grove, and Grayslake. Tenth Dems also staffed a table at Lake County PrideFest in Round Lake Beach, the largest LGBTQ+ gathering in Lake County. No matter where we were, Tenth Dems felt a tremendous amount of energy from the positive, enthusiastic crowds.

This set of events was fun and poignant — people are vilified for who they are and rights are under attack seemingly everyday. It’s up to all of us to stand up for what’s right in the face of those trying to take our country backward. Tenth Dems helped play a role in our area during Pride Month, and we’ll continue to make our voices heard the rest of the calendar as well.

To see photos from the wonderful events Tenth Dems participated in, click the links below: