Can I get an entry-level job in D.C.?
Lived and worked in DC in politics for two years. I got out as quickly as I could, but it’s a good place to start out your career if you want to get some political/policy experience under your belt. Some thoughts: – You definitely have the right attitude, and this will take you far and help make up for your lack of experience. – If you are looking for an entry level job, you really have to be there. I know people who got entry level jobs in DC (actually, including me!) in DC without being there, but we all had a ton of sub-entry-level experience (academic background, internships, volunteering on campaigns, etc). In your case, you’ll want to be there. – Once you get there, network like crazy. DemocraticGAIN (if you’re a progressive), the New Organizer Insititute, and other groups regularly have trainings in DC. Go to those. Other groups are constantly sponsoring happy hours and networking events or brownbag lunch talks. Go to those too. Meet lots of people, and make sure to mention you’
