Greg Taushani: Field Intern with Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party

Where did you hear about this internship?

The PoliSci Pulse Newsletter.

What were your primary responsibilities?

Maintaining contact with voters, conducting outreach through door knocking and phone banking, organizing volunteers.

What did you learn during your internship?

I learned the ins and outs of a political campaign, how to talk to strangers about politics in a friendly and respectful way, how state elections work and what a state representative does.

How did this internship help prepare you for your future career?

It provided me with skills in interacting with other people and discussing politics in a productive manner.

What did you enjoy the most?

Interacting with fellow interns, gaining valuable feedback about the political climate from voters I contacted in the community.

What is a piece of advice you would give someone following your footsteps?

Make sure you're comfortable conducting voter contact before going out door-knocking alone! Don't be afraid to ask for a partner to go with you.

What are career competencies you developed during your experience?

Ethical Reasoning & Decision Making, Active Citizenship & Community Engagement, Teamwork & Leadership.