We're seeking a dynamic and motivated Communications Intern to join our team. Are you passionate about liberty, individual rights, and free-market principles? This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the world of libertarian advocacy. Assist our team in creating, editing, and disseminating engaging content through several different digital and physical channels, network, develop and guide outreach, work on policy and lobbying development, and much more. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in creating and distributing compelling content across various platforms. 
• Support media outreach efforts and cultivate relationships with journalists. Organize and maintain a database of media contacts, press clippings, and other relevant information.
• Assist with production and editing of newsletters, press releases, emails campaigns, regular outreach, and podcast.   
• Help manage and grow our social media presence and utilize social channels to spread messaging and engage with our community. 
• Conduct research on current events and Libertarian policy issues and help develop policy positions. 
• Collaborate with our team on special projects and campaigns. 
• Conduct research and gather data to support communications strategies and messaging.
• Support the planning and execution of events, including coordinating logistics and outreach efforts.
• Assist in creating and editing multimedia content, including videos, graphics, and presentations.
• Engage with supporters, media representatives, and the general public to promote our message and initiatives.

Required qualifications: 

• Excellent English writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with Libertarian principles, a commitment to its principles, and a passion for promoting them. 
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently. 
• Social media familiarity. 
• Experience in digital marketing is a plus. 
• Strong verbal communication ability.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and management a plus.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain positive relationships.
• Sense of humor.

Preferred additional qualifications (training will be provided): 

• Social media marketing proficiency. 
• Experience in digital marketing. 
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and management.
• Experience working on political campaigns, activism, or related activities. 
• Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Event planning and coordination experience.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Canva).
• Spanish speaking and writing proficiency.

What We Offer: 

• Opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Networking opportunities with leaders and influencers in the Libertarian movement.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Competitive pay and flexible hours. 
• Opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team. 
• Valuable experience in advocacy, communications, and policy research. 
• Networking opportunities within the North Carolina Libertarian and political community.

Apply now and help us advance the cause of liberty! Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest to [email protected]. 

Additionally, the Communications team is seeking content submissions and regular writers, artists, editors, and support staff for the newsletter, the podcast, and several other ambitious plans for 2024. We can use an hour a week, or 40; as long as you are fighting for Liberty there is a place to make your voice heard. We can't do it without you!

Executive Committee member: 

The roles and responsibilities of Executive Committee positions are described in the LPNC Bylaws. Please email the LPNC Chair or any Executive Committee members if you are interested in serving out the remainder of the term. This Executive Committee's term lasts through the 2025 LPNC Convention.

The Libertarian Party of North Carolina Executive Committee is composed of the party officers -- Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer -- and nine at large members elected or appointed in accordance with the bylaws. The Executive Committee conducts party business during and between annual party conventions. Minimal requirements are attendance at EC meetings (currently biweekly conference calls with occasional in-person meetings), voting on issues of importance to the Party, and active engagement in the Executive Committee discussion (conducted online via the Slack group messaging app). Other duties and opportunities for activity via these roles abound.

Spanish language skills: We need people to help prepare outreach materials for Spanish speakers, not only to translate, but to write about issues of concern to Hispanics.

Contact the LPNC chair if you want a more detailed job description for any of these positions. And if you have some area of expertise you’d like to work on, we’re also open to creating new director positions.