Project 26 Pennsylvania, Operations Associate

About the role

Project 26 Pennsylvania is the home for Pennsylvania students who are ready to challenge the far-right’s attacks on our futures and build a Pennsylvania where Gen-Z can lead and thrive. In 2026, young Pennsylvanians will have the opportunity to elect a Governor, who will be instrumental in standing up to a government that has constantly overlooked the youth. At an estimated 793,555 registered voters across the state, Gen-Z has the power to determine the outcomes of these elections – but only if we get organized now.

Responsibilities

• Be the main operations contact for seven college organizing teams
• Provide logistical support at organizational events at universities throughout Philadelphia and the collar counties (Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester)
• Inventory and distribute supplies
• Help coordinate staff travel and logistics, including hotel, flight, car, and per diem requests
• Other Responsibilities As Assigned By The Operations Director
• The Operations Associate should also be prepared to periodically provide assistance to the organizing teams’ Voter Registration efforts

Requirements

• The Operations Associate will report to the Operations Director
• Must reside in Philadelphia or one of the collar counties (Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Chester)
• Must have a car and a driver’s license

Skills

• Can balance multiple priorities at once
• Are ready to pivot as priorities and directives change in real-time
• Want a job that aligns with your civic priorities and provides a service to your community

In short, the operations team is successful when we’ve set our peers up to be successful!

Pay

$25 per hour

Benefits

• PTO
• Health benefits
• Travel stipend
• Technology stipend

Schedule

• Month of August: PTO blackout dates
• 10 days before a Voter Registration Deadline: PTO blackout dates
• 10 days before a General or Primary election: PTO blackout dates