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Development Officer

Lincoln Media Foundation
Irvine, CA
On-site
Full-time
Development
October 13, 2026
$60,000-$80,000

Lincoln Media Foundation is seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Development Officer to expand our donor network and help secure the resources needed to grow our national impact.

The Development Officer will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and maintaining relationships with current and prospective donors. This individual will use both their existing network and Lincoln Media Foundation’s network to establish meaningful connections, introduce prospective donors to our mission and projects, and create new fundraising opportunities across the country. The Development Officer will serve as the primary point of contact during the early stages of donor cultivation. They will be expected to clearly pitch Lincoln Media Foundation’s mission, programs, and funding opportunities, establish donor interest, and prepare prospective supporters before coordinating meetings with organizational leadership.

The ideal candidate is highly personable, proactive, organized, and comfortable representing Lincoln Media Foundation in meetings, events, and donor conversations. This person must be genuinely aligned with the organization’s mission of combatting progressive bias in mainstream media to clearly communicate the impact of our work. The Development Officer reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer. This is an in-office role based in Irvine, CA with some flexibility for remote work.

- Identify and cultivate prospective individual, foundation, and major donors

- Leverage personal and organizational networks to secure donor introductions and opportunities

- Introduce and pitch Lincoln Media Foundation’s mission, projects, and funding needs to prospective donors

- Build donor interest and establish a strong understanding of the organization before involving leadership

- Qualify prospective donors and determine appropriate next steps for cultivation - Coordinate donor meetings in key markets across the country once meaningful interest has been established

- Prepare leadership for donor meetings with relevant background information, donor interests, and fundraising materials

- Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing donors

- Keep donors informed about Lincoln Media Foundation’s programs, accomplishments, growth, and impact

- Conduct consistent follow-up and track donor communications, commitments, and next steps

- Attend fundraising events, donor meetings, and organizational events as needed

- Work with leadership to develop fundraising strategies and identify new opportunities

- Maintain accurate donor records and support the organization’s overall development goals

- 2+ years of experience in development/fundraising, donor relations, or a related role. Campaign fundraising experience is a plus

- Strong alignment with Lincoln Media Foundation’s mission and values

- Established professional, philanthropic, political, or community network

- Experience in fundraising, donor relations, business development, sales, or a related field

- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills

- Ability to confidently pitch the organization, secure meetings, and maintain consistent follow-up

- Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple donor relationships

- Willingness to travel and represent the organization at meetings and events nationwide, up to 20%

Full details about the role can be found here: https://talentmarket.org/job-opening/lincoln-development-officer/

To apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:

- Cover letter detailing your interest in the mission of Lincoln Media Foundation, and why you're a good fit for the role

- Resume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Bailey Drouant, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: bailey@talentmarket.org. There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market, the liberty movement's talent agency, is a nonprofit that connects liberty-minded professionals with free-market nonprofit jobs at no cost to candidates or organizations. We work with 501(c)(3) organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation. Visit Talent Market to explore open roles, join our talent network, or work with us on your next hire.

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John Jay Fellow

John Jay Institute
Langhorne, PA
On-site
Internship
Other
October 12, 2026
Tuition free; $875/month stipend
October 31, 2026

The John Jay Institute exists to prepare Christian leaders for lives of public service. The John Jay Fellowship is a residential program for a small number of recent college graduates to ground their hearts and minds in Christian community and an in-depth academic journey through philosophy, politics, theology, and Church history.
Spring 2027 application now open for recent college graduates. Spring semester will run January 8 - April 24.
The fellowship is tuition-free, and fellows are given a stipend to cover living expenses.
Questions can be sent to admin@johnjayinstitute.org.

-Live in Christian community.
-Participate in daily morning and evening prayer.
-Read 150 pages / day.
-Discuss texts for three hours / day.
-Write regular reflection essays.
-Host weekly Wednesday Teas.
-Host weekly formal Thursday Dinners.
-Participate in weekly Friday field studies.
-Represent the John Jay Institute.

-Recent graduate of undergraduate or graduate program.
-Affirming of the John Jay Institute's core beliefs.

Spring semester will run January 8 - April 24.
Questions can be sent to admin@johnjayinstitute.org.

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TFAS Washington Fellowship

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS)
Washington, D.C.
On-site
Internship
Other
October 8, 2026
$1,000
October 20, 2026

The TFAS Washington Fellowship consists of a curated academic curriculum centered around freedom-based principles, delivered in collaboration with George Mason University. Semester-long internships with organizations devoted to advancing liberty are coordinated for each fellow.

Participants receive full-tuition scholarships for the semester that includes comfortable, fully-furnished housing situated in the dynamic heart of Washington, D.C. and a $1,000 completion stipend.
Fellows engage in a range of exclusive guest lectures and site briefings, as well as professional development and networking events to further enrich their experience.

Fellows in the program will:
• Complete a semester-long internship with an organization dedicated to advancing liberty
• Take courses in economics and public policy for academic credit
• Live with program peers in fully furnished Capitol Hill housing and receive a $1,000 completion stipend
• Participate in exclusive guest lectures, behind-the-scenes site briefings and hands-on professional development

When selecting undergraduate students to participate in the Fellowship, TFAS is looking for applicants with a demonstrated interest in the principles of limited government and free enterprise, as well as a commitment to leadership with a desire to make a difference in the world.

The admissions committee looks at the whole individual. We are seeking well-rounded students who demonstrate ambition, strong academic performance, leadership ability, maturity, time management skills as well as campus and community involvement.

Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, relevant professional and volunteer experience, and well-written essays are given the highest scores.

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Legal Programs Staff Attorney

Do No Harm
Remote
Remote
Full-time
Legal
October 8, 2026
The anticipated salary range is $100,000 to $155,000, depending on experience. Exceptional recent graduates and first-year attorneys may be considered in the $100,000 to $115,000 range. Candidates with approximately two years of relevant experience can expect a starting salary around $125,000, with higher compensation available for more experienced candidates. Compensation package includes health (company-paid medical), retirement, flexible vacation, and sick days. Flexible work environment and schedule.

The Legal Program Staff Attorney will work closely with the Vice President of Legal Programs to develop and implement strategic planning for the organization’s legal programs and identify and prioritize new potential legal challenges. This requires keeping the VP informed of new opportunities and developments, which includes preparing analyses of potential opportunities based on independent research and impact assessment as well as monitoring court decisions, legislation, regulatory changes, and other developments that may create legal opportunities and/or affect existing plans/strategy.

This is a full-time role that can be executed from a virtual office anywhere within the United States. The Staff Attorney reports to the Vice President of Legal Programs.  Do No Harm is open to candidates across a broad range of experience levels, from exceptional recent law school graduates and early-career attorneys to more experienced litigators. The scope of responsibilities will be adjusted to the successful candidate’s experience.

As directed, the Staff Attorney will draft administrative letters, complaints, regulatory proposals or comments, and other needed submissions and materials.

The Staff Attorney will also help maintain the department’s centralized tracking and file management system; assist with department updates and case development and management, including communicating with standing members and plaintiffs; and support cross-team coordination, including coordinating with the VP to advise on inquiries, initiatives, and projects relating to legal programs casework.

The position will take the lead on, and be responsible for, discrete matters and tasks for the department as directed.

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Education and Experience:

  • Must have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and an active bar membership in good standing.
  • Ideal candidates will have at least two years of litigation experience in a law firm setting, though candidates at other experience levels are encouraged to apply.
  • Relevant experience in public interest work is also preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Characteristics:

  • Committed to and enthusiastic about Do No Harm’s mission.
  • Strong critical and analytical thinking skills.
  • Strong legal research and writing skills.
  • Self-motivated and capable of accomplishing tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
  • Sound judgment and familiarity handling confidential and/or privileged information.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Ability to work as a collaborative, constructive team member.
  • Customer service oriented, with a focus on providing constructive solutions and timely service.

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About Do No Harm
Do No Harm is an award-winning nonprofit focused on keeping identity politics out of medical education, research and clinical practice. Do No Harm seeks to stop divisive trends in medicine, such as “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” and youth-focused gender ideology. With more than 50,000 members, including physicians, nurses, medical students, patients, and policymakers, Do No Harm is setting the standard for principles-driven policy change in the world of health care.

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To apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:

  • Cover letter including:
    • Your interest in the mission of Do No Harm, and why you’re a good fit for the role
    • Salary requirements
  • Resume

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External Relations Manager

Do No Harm
Virtual
Remote
Internship
Other
October 8, 2026
$15/hr
Interns work 10–15 hours per week with flexible scheduling, gaining hands-on experience in policy, research, marketing, communications, and public outreach. This is a paid opportunity ($15/hour) to contribute to meaningful projects alongside a national nonprofit focused on improving healthcare education, research, and practice. We currently have opportunities for Summer, Fall, and Spring internships. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, strong communicators, eager to learn, and passionate about returning merit to medicine.
It depends on the area, so see the link for more details: https://donoharmmedicine.org/internship-landing/
Most of our interns are undergrad college students, but we have taken on a few who were in doctoral programs.
Any questions, please email: internship@donoharmmedicine.org
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Research Intern

Center for the American Way of Life
Washington
On-site
Internship
Policy & Research
October 7, 2026
$18.40/hour, 28 hours per week
November 21, 2026

The Claremont Institute is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working, intellectually curious candidates to intern (in-person) at our Washington, D.C. office. Interns will assist staff and scholars at The Claremont Institute’s Center for the American Way of Life.

Typically, our staff will pose a research question and then ask an intern to produce a written answer or input relevant data into a spreadsheet. We provide training and guidance to each intern, along with educational roundtables and lectures in collaboration with other organizations in the area.

1-Conducting original research to support scholarly projects on issues ranging from constitutionalism to foreign relations
2-Assisting data-driven investigations of the Left’s assets
3-Planning and assisting with events
4-Contributing to articles

1-A methodical approach to research
2-Excellent reading, writing, and critical thinking skills
3-A keen eye for detail
4-Good time management conducive to independent work
5-Proficiency with Microsoft Office
6-A passion for, and a desire to advance, the mission of the Claremont Institute
7-Knowledge of American history and politics preferred

Please submit a resume, writing sample of 2-6 pages (if it is an excerpt, please include sufficient context), and a statement on why you want to intern at the Claremont Institute’s Center for the American Way of Life.

Letters of recommendations are welcomed but not required.

Please send all materials in a single email to Sebastian Pontrelli at spontrelli@claremont.org with “Spring 2027 Internship” in the subject line.

Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis—don’t delay!

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Director of Finance and Operations

Concerned Women for America
Alexandria, Virginia
On-site
Full-time
Other
October 6, 2026
$130,000 - $160,000
December 30, 2026

Director of Finance and Operations

POSITION DESCRIPTION

CONCEPT

The purpose of the Director of Finance and Operations is to maintain proper control over the company's finances and to ensure that the office and remote staff's physical and employment needs are met.

The Director of Finance and Operations reports to the Chief Executive Officer/President and supervises the Financial and Administrative Manager. The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000. This is an on-site position in our Alexandria, Virginia, office.

About Concerned Women for America

Concerned Women for America (CWA) is the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization, leading a movement dedicated to impacting the culture for Christ through education and public policy. We exist to promote Biblical values and Constitutional principles through prayer, education, and advocacy.

We work tirelessly to promote seven core issues: the sanctity of life, defense of the family, education, religious liberty, national sovereignty, opposing sexual exploitation, and support for Israel.

We believe the women of America have great influence in this world, having a uniquely powerful voice in the affairs of this nation and the world. We love being the voice of conservative women in Washington and beyond. We believe powerful change can start with each woman … and we love being her heels on the ground in Washington, D.C., and beyond.

We provide our employees with meaningful opportunities to learn and grow. We encourage persons of diverse backgrounds to apply.  

A message from our CEO and President Penny Nance

Thank you for your interest in joining CWA on our journey to impact our culture for Christ through public policy as the voice of conservative Christian women across America. CWA’s vision of a world in which every human life is valued, family is held sacred, and our nation’s history is honored is at the core of who we are. We are always looking to join hands with experienced professionals who want to add their energy to our work and are so pleased you are considering Concerned Women for America as your potential employer. This leadership position is critical to our mission and vision. I welcome your interest in joining our diverse, talented, professional, and motivated team.

The following are the basic responsibilities for this position:

1. Close the finances each month and prepare the monthly financial statements.

2. Evaluate daily banking/treasury and cash flow needs.

3. Process weekly invoice payments.

4. Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees.

5. Prepare weekly executive financial summary reports and discuss with the executive team.

6. Maintain all employee records and benefits, including payroll, health insurance, 403(b) retirement savings plan, flexible spending plan, and disability insurance.

7. Prepare the annual organizational and departmental budgets and quarterly budget versus actual reports.

8. Manage the annual audit by providing the independent auditor with all information requests and answering applicable questions during the audit.

9. Review the audit report and Form 990s before filing with the IRS.

10. Schedule the board audit committee and attend the audit committee meeting.

11. Serve on the board’s Investment Committee and meet with the investment advisor periodically.

12. Attend three board meetings each year and present the financial and investment reports to the Board of Trustees.

13. Manage the activities of Finance and Operations Department staff to ensure all work is done accurately and in a timely manner.

14. Prepare offer letters for new employees.

15. Calculate quarterly lobbying expenses for lobbying report.

16. Evaluate and renew the organization's insurance policies annually.

17. Request Certificates of Insurance, as needed.

18. Oversee operations responsibilities including building maintenance and security, information technology, computers, phones, office supplies, office equipment, and mail room.

19. Ensure the organization’s compliance with federal and state laws including IRS regulations, employment laws, election laws, etc. Communicate with the outside attorney regarding legal issues, as needed.

20. Provide the law firm with the information required to complete the annual state charitable registration filings.

21. Enforce employees’ compliance with all financial policies as noted in the Employee Handbook, including rules regarding expense reimbursements, corporate credit card receipts, travel policies, etc.

22. Create and implement additional policies and procedures, as needed.

23. Prepare additional finance reports for special events and projects, as needed.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for this position are:

1. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting is required

2. CPA license is preferred

3. Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting experience

4. Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

5. Previous non-profit CFO/Director of Finance experience is preferred

6. Prior experience working with both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations is preferred

7. Prior experience creating and implementing financial and operations policies

8. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

9. Experience working with accounting software programs

10. Strong managerial skills

11. High level of professional judgment

ATTITUDES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

The attitudes and personal characteristics needed for this position are:

1. An individual who desires to support the work of CWA and who embraces CWA’s seven core issues

2. High level of integrity

3. Loyal and discreet

4. Diligent and a hard worker

5. High level of attention to detail and accuracy

6. Enjoys working with numbers

7. Fast learner needing minimal supervision

8. Flexible and able to handle multiple responsibilities

9. Personable and diplomatic

10. Helpful and assisting

11. Trustworthy

12. Negotiator

13. Ability to multitask

14. A person of excellence

Application Process Email a copy of your resume/CV to Olivia Piper, Executive Assistant to the CEO and President, opiper@cwfa.org. Please, also, include a cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and how your experience and skills would be a good fit for this role. Please direct any questions you might have to Olivia at opiper@cwfa.org.
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Becket Fund Undergraduate Internship

The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty
Washington, D.C.
On-site
Internship
Legal
October 6, 2026
Interns will receive a stipend to help cover living expenses.
January 4, 2027

Becket’s undergraduate internship program allows top communications, media arts, and pre-law students the chance to litigate high profile religious liberty cases in the court of public opinion.

We equip our interns with the tools and experience needed to excel in their future career and to advance religious liberty in their chosen profession. We do this by teaching the legal and historical foundations of “religious liberty for all” and providing hands-on training in a fast-paced environment that allows interns to work alongside Becket’s diverse team of experts. Each intern will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a Becket mentor to develop and execute a summer work plan and receive comprehensive feedback.

The internship is a ten-week summer program. Interns will receive a stipend to help cover living expenses.

Becket interns collaborate with the communications, legal, research, operations, and management teams to gain experience in all aspects of non-profit management while also developing subject-matter knowledge of religious freedom.

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We accept applications beginning November 1st. Applications are due by January 4th. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing and editing skills and must have a keen interest in religious liberty. We look for, but do not require, candidates with an interest in fundraising and general organization management, photography, social media strategy, and videography; experience in videography and in using Adobe photo and video editing software is a plus.

We also accept applications from students who are participating in a school-sponsored D.C.-based externship program for the fall or spring semester. These applications are considered on a rolling basis

To apply for an undergraduate internship at Becket, please send an email to internships@becketlaw.org, and attach the following information:

  • Cover letter (emphasizing why you believe religious freedom is important)
  • Resume
  • Writing sample and/or sample of photography or videography skills
  • Transcript (unofficial is sufficient)
  • List of three references (recommendation letters a plus)

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Becket Fund Legal Internship

The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty
Washington, D.C.
On-site
Internship
Legal
October 6, 2026
Legal interns will receive a stipend to help cover summer living expenses.
January 4, 2027

Becket’s legal internship allows top law students the chance to immediately advance religious liberty by working on real Becket cases in courts across the country. Recent summer classes have included interns from Yale, Harvard, Stanford, the University of Chicago, the University of Virginia, and other top law schools.  

Becket interns have gone on to prestigious federal appellate clerkships across the country, including at the United States Supreme Court. Becket interns have also accepted employment at the U.S. Department of Justice and top law firms like Jones Day, Sidley Austin, Gibson Dunn, WilmerHale, and Kirkland & Ellis.

Qualified candidates will have excellent research and writing skills and a demonstrated interest in religious liberty. Internships are typically ten weeks. Legal interns receive a stipend to help cover summer living expenses.

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Former Becket interns have worked on cases at all stages—from drafting complaints to assisting with Supreme Court cases.

Becket’s legal internship is built on three pillars: real world experience, education, and mentorship. Becket’s goal is to equip our legal interns with the tools to advance religious liberty for the long term. We do this by teaching the legal and historical foundations of “religious liberty for all,” providing training from leading religious liberty litigators and academics, and offering an environment where interns work directly with Becket attorneys and alongside fellow interns from the nation’s best law schools.

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Qualified candidates will have excellent research and writing skills and a demonstrated interest in religious liberty.

For our flagship summer program, we accept applications from 1Ls beginning December 1st. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by January 4th. 2L applicants and candidates for a spring or fall externship can apply at any time.

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To apply for a legal internship or externship at Becket, please send an email to internships@becketlaw.org and attach the following:

  • Cover letter (emphasizing why you believe religious freedom is important)
  • Resume
  • Writing sample
  • Transcript (if available; unofficial is sufficient)
  • List of three references

For our flagship summer program, we accept applications from 1Ls beginning December 1st. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by January 4th. 2L applicants and candidates for a spring or fall externship can apply at any time.

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