Democratic National Committee, April 2, 2026

Posted on April 2, 2026

A Message from the DNC National Training Team

Hello Democrats,

The DNC National Training Team has been hard at work running and planning in-person and virtual trainings for campaign staff and volunteers around the country. In the last month, we hosted our first NextWave Regional Bootcamp in Charlotte, NC, and our virtual Campaign Readiness Bootcamp: Finance program. Congratulations to all of the graduates of our NextWave and Campaign Readiness Bootcamps!

We are excited to announce that the application is now live for our NextWave Western NextWave Regional Bootcamp, which will be held in-person in Phoenix, Arizona, from May 7 – May 9, 2026! Continue reading to learn more about this program and other training opportunities in the Democratic ecosystem.

Training Announcements 📢

NextWave Western Regional Bootcamp: Phoenix, AZ 🌵 

The DNC is seeking campaign professionals in the West to participate in the NextWave Western Regional Bootcamp in Phoenix, Arizona, May 7 – May 9.

This three-day, in-person intensive training program prepares the next generation of campaign and state party professionals for the 2026 cycle and beyond. This program gives participants specialized training based on their campaign experience level, and connects them with other campaign talent and professionals in their region.

This program is FREE to attend, and will provide NextWave graduates with invaluable professional development opportunities both during and after the program.

Participants will be placed in one of two tracks based on their experience with professional campaign work:

Campaigns 101: for current or aspiring field organizers, fellows, and campaign associates with less than two cycles of experience who are looking to strengthen their skills and get exposure to new aspects of campaign and state party work. No previous experience with campaign work is required!

Management Track: for mid-level and senior campaign and state party professionals who understand the technical aspects of campaign work but are looking to expand their skills as managers and leaders in the Democratic ecosystem.

Learn More and Apply to the DNC NextWave Western Regional Bootcamp Here. Spots for the program are limited. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged. The application will be open until Tuesday, April 14, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Apply to the NextWave Western Regional Bootcamp in Arizona!

Local Listeners Lite Training💬

Missed the Local Listeners Bootcamp earlier this year, but still want to learn how to be effectively engaged with others in your community? Join us throughout the month of April for a one-hour dynamic volunteer training where you will learn to be a Local Listener with the DNC. This training is designed for those who weren’t able to attend the Bootcamp, but still want to be a part of the team!

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

👂 Listen deeply and engage people with empathy
🏘️ Have effective conversations with friends, family, neighbors, and online communities
🗺️ Navigate frustration, disillusionment, or confusion about politics
🤝 Become a part of a nationwide feedback loop to make sure we continue to hear from and    understand what voters are feeling
Learn More and Apply to When We Count

Upcoming Partner Trainings📝

National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC) 

Run for Something
Learn more about and get involved with Run for Something!
LGBTQ+ Victory Institute
The LGBTQ+ Victory Institute is holding two LGBTQ+ Public Leadership Summits this fall. The Summit is a FREE half-day training that engages participants in collaborative workshops and discussions on how to run for office or enter public service as an out LGBTQ+ individual, as well as network with local LGBTQ+ leaders and elected officials who are fighting to advance equality in the region.

Space is limited and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. The deadline for registration is two days before the training.

Resilient Solidarity Fund, Blue Future
Blue Future’s Resilient Solidarity Fund dedicates $10,000 per month in general support grants to trans-led, Black-led, Indigenous/Native-led, and immigrant-led organizations who are leading the political movement. The Fund will award grants to people and organizations working to keep people safe, organize mutual aid & care, create space for health and wellness, and safeguard resiliency and solidarity. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Jobs in the Ecosystem 💼

DNC Summer 2026 Internship
The DNC is now accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Internship Program! Interning at the DNC is a unique opportunity for hardworking, passionate future leaders to gain real, hands-on experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process, and prepare for future political opportunities. Internships are available within various departments. The program will run from June 1, 2026, to August 7, 2026, and will be conducted in a hybrid format. 
Learn more and apply here by April 10, 2026.

When We Count Fellowship
When We Count is a paid, part-time voter registration fellowship for young people ages 18–29. Fellows will be trained to conduct on-the-ground voter registration in their own communities, with a focus on priority congressional districts where closing registration gaps can directly impact the midterms. The program will launch first in Nevada and Arizona, with additional states to follow. This work will be coordinated closely with state parties and campaigns and supported by clear goals, training, and accountability.  Apply today!

DNC Talent Bank
Are you interested in working on a coordinated campaign or for a state party this year? 

Submit your resume to the DNC Talent Bank if you are looking for employment opportunities in the Democratic ecosystem for the 2026 election cycle. Upload your resume and preferences now, and the DNC will share your resume with campaigns looking for dedicated staff.

Browse Committee Job Opportunities:

Democratic National Committee (DNC)
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC)
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)
Democratic Governors Association (DGA)
Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC)
Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) 
Democratic Association of Secretaries of State (DASS)

For more jobs in the Democratic space, please visit GAIN Power and Arena Careers to browse postings across the country.

Please reach out to the DNC National Training Team (training@dnc.org) with any questions or training needs. 

Onward, 
Morgan, Taylor, and Cassie
The DNC National Training Team
training@dnc.org 

ABOUT THE DNC NATIONAL TRAINING DEPARTMENT
The DNC National Training Department delivers training to operatives in the field, activists and volunteers, state party leaders and staff, students and youth organizers, candidates and campaign staff, constituency caucus members and community leaders, and so many more!

Training topics range from field organizing to digital mobilization, data to finance, communications to compliance, and leadership development to movement building, just to name a few.

Through this vast expansion of training programs, the new DNC National Training Department is building and strengthening the Democratic Party infrastructure to ensure success for years to come!

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