What You’ll Learn
- Prepare to interview with confidence for paid roles on Democratic campaigns and in progressive organizations
- Practice formulating thoughtful responses to common political job interview questions
- Apply a research-driven approach to job offer negotiations
Why This is Important
Interviews can provoke anxiety among job-seekers, and the process of negotiating a salary is unfamiliar to many. This course will get you comfortable with what to expect from political job interviews and offer tips for negotiating fair compensation.
Key Resources
- Campaign Staff Interview Questions Guide
- Campaign Roles and Responsibilities Guide
- Campaign Job Descriptions Guide
- Sample Interview Follow Up Email
- Job Search Organizer with Offer Comparison Tool
Related Trainings
- Grow Your Political Career Through Networking — Learn how to build your professional network in accessible, unforced ways, and use informational interviews to deepen your knowledge and find new opportunities
- Build a Powerful Political Job Application — Learn how to make your job application materials set you apart. Discover how to produce high-quality resumes, cover letters, and writing prompts
- Stepping Up to Organizational Leadership — If you’re interviewing for leadership roles, consider this course as a follow up to prepare for new responsibilities
Ashley Arnold
Trainer
Ashley (she/her) serves as the Director of Training Curriculum. In her role, she guides the strategy and development of NDTC's content- both for on-demand and program-based learners. Previously, she served as Deputy National Training Director on Joe Biden's campaign for President and before that was Ohio's Training Director on Elizabeth Warren's primary campaign. Ashley has created and facilitated trainings for Crooked Media, Arena, Vote Run Lead, the Obama Foundation and the 2020 Democratic National Convention. Ashley, who hails from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, holds a Masters in Public Policy from Duke University and a Bachelor of Arts in English & Political Science from Marshall University. In her spare time Ashley is either baking or running- two activities that often cancel each other out.