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Bridgford for Iowa · Iowa's 1st Congressional District

Fall 2026
Campaign Fellowship

Be part of a first-of-its-kind independent congressional campaign in Iowa's 1st District. As a Campaign Fellow, you'll do real voter outreach and specialize in one functional area of the campaign — all in a collaborative, student-driven environment.

The Essentials

Dates
Aug 31 – Nov 3, 2026
(through Election Day)
Location
In person, in Iowa's 1st Congressional District
Commitment
5–10 hours/week
Compensation
Volunteer / connection building
Open To
High school and college students

What Every Fellow Does

Direct voter outreach is the heart of the campaign, and every fellow takes part:

Phone banking
Doorknocking in your community
Attend and help out at campaign events

Choose Your Specialization

On top of outreach, you'll go deep in one area:

Data Analysis

Work with voter data and outreach tools to target the right voters and track the campaign's progress.

Social Media

Create content and help grow the campaign's presence online.

Event Planning

Help organize town halls, event appearances, and community events across the district.

Who We're Looking For

Curious, self-motivated students who want to understand how a campaign actually works, aren't afraid to talk to people, and want a hands-on role rather than a spectator's seat. No prior political experience required.

Why You Should Join

A Historic Campaign, Built by Young Leaders.

This is a chance to take part in a unique and historic political campaign. For years, national political movements have launched out of the Iowa presidential caucuses — now it's time to start one in the U.S. House of Representatives.

If elected, Michael Bridgford would have real leverage over the bills moving through the House, because today's Congress is decided by razor-thin margins. With this power, Michael wants to put an end to partisan fighting to bridge the divide and pass common sense bipartisan legislation.

Not Your Typical Internship

We're taking a different approach to voter persuasion, and you'll learn it inside a collaborative team led by young leaders. You'll have a community of like-minded people working toward one goal: changing how politics works for the better.

Want to meet the team? Find the next virtual volunteer meeting Mondays at 7PM

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Interested?

Email your resume to kasey@bridgfordforiowa.com