Join the fight for the family

Are you interested in joining the fight for the family? A career at American Principles Project might be for you. Please see our list of job openings below.

Research Associate

Reports to: Policy Director

Status: Full-Time

Location: Arlington, VA

Overview:

American Principles Project (APP), the nation’s premier national organization defending the family in politics, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Associate to support APP’s policy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Research: Collect and analyze relevant information to help develop APP reports, policy briefs, legislative vote recommendations, agency comments, and other projects
• Message Development: Assist in the drafting and editing of op-eds, press statements, and other external communications.
• Editorial Excellence: Ensure all written materials reflect the highest standards of clarity, grammar, style, and appropriate messaging.
• Team Collaboration: Manage interns and/or contractors as needed to ensure the timely completion of high-quality research products.
• Executive Speechwriting: Draft and edit speeches, remarks, and talking points for APP’s senior leadership, particularly the President and Executive Director.
• Staff Support: Provide additional assistance to the APP team where necessary, including staffing policy events, joining coalition meetings and calls, and representing APP at its annual gala and other major fundraisers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible content.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously with little supervision.
• Passion for public policy and a commitment to the mission and objectives of the American Principles Project.

Benefits:

American Principles Project’s benefits package includes:

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) (no matching at this time)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Allowance

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to operations@americanprinciplesproject.org.

Internships

Each semester, interns play a critical role in helping APP promote and defend the family. We are always seeking energetic interns interested in joining the team to help with both policy-related and administrative responsibilities.

Some of the typical day-to-day tasks handled by APP interns include conducting research and analysis for the organization’s programs, drafting statements and press releases, attending meetings or events on behalf of APP, answering phones, receiving office guests, distributing mail, and running other errands as needed.

A modest monthly stipend may be offered to interns to offset travel and other costs associated with the internship.

Interested applicants should email a resume and short writing sample to internships@americanprinciplesproject.org