We are looking for talented people to add to our team of investigators, analysts, and advocates. TCS offers internships to qualified college students and fellowships to recent college graduates.

TCS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, personal appearance, disability, veteran status, family responsibilities, marital status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Open Positions

Development and Program Assistant

Position Overview:

Taxpayers for Common Sense seeks an energetic, highly organized entry-level professional to serve as a Development and Program Assistant. This position is well suited for someone interested in federal fiscal policy and nonprofit advocacy who wants hands-on experience supporting policy, fundraising, and internal operations in a small, fast-paced Capitol Hill office.

The Assistant will work closely with senior staff across issue areas to provide administrative and programmatic support, assist with research and content development, and help manage internal tracking and reporting systems. The role also supports development and organizational operations, with responsibilities shifting as priorities evolve.

This is a hybrid remote and in-person position based in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

Program and Research Support

    • Provide general support across teams as needed.
    • Conduct background research, fact-checking, and data gathering to support reports, fact sheets, and other policy materials.
    • Assist with drafting, editing, and formatting written materials.
    • Help maintain internal tracking systems related to policy projects and outreach efforts.

Digital and Outreach Support

    • Assist in developing and managing content for TCS’s website and social media platforms.
    • Help prepare and distribute email newsletters and alerts.
    • Track engagement metrics to inform program strategy.
    • Support the production of graphics and digital materials using tools such as Canva or Adobe software.

Development Support

    • Assist with grant writing and grant administration.
    • Help draft donor reports and proposals.
    • Maintain fundraising and outreach tracking systems and databases.
    • Coordinate logistics for fundraising meetings and events.

Qualifications

    • Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
    • Sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing and proofreading.
    • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work on a team. in a fast-paced environment.
    • Capacity to balance varied tasks and responsibilities.
    • Comfort working with databases and digital tools; experience with WordPress, email platforms, or design software is a plus.
    • Commitment to TCS’s nonpartisan mission and willingness to contribute wherever needed.

Relevant internship, academic, nonprofit, or policy experience is helpful but not required.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits include generous vacation and holidays, health, vision, and dental insurance, Metro SmartTrip deferral, and access to a 403b investment plan.

Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following:

  • A brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the position.
  • Your resume.
  • A short writing sample (2-5 pages).
  • Two references, including at least one from a former employer.

Email your application with the subject line “Development and Program Assistant” to jobs@taxpayer.net.

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No phone calls please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Fellowships

Taxpayers for Common Sense offers fellowship opportunities in Programmatic Work, Development/Nonprofit Administration, and Communications and Digital Media. To be considered for a fellowship, candidates must be recent college graduates.

Responsibilities:

Programmatic Work:

  • Monitoring hearings, legislation, oversight reports, and other government action on relevant issues.
  • Conducting research for fact sheets, white papers, reports, and other educational products.
  • Aiding in collecting data and building out internal tracking spreadsheets across program areas.
  • Working closely with program staff to draft, edit, and publish regular content for the TCS website and social media.

Development / Nonprofit Administration:

  • Organizing and maintaining donor records.
  • Editing and proofing proposals and program reports for funders.
  • Researching prospective individual and foundation funders.
  • Assisting with regular donor outreach and communication efforts.

Communications and Digital Media:

  • Coordinate and manage tracking of organization communications including press and digital output
  • Running TCS social media presence on Facebook and Twitter
  • Manage organization’s digital marketing (Google AdWords, Facebook campaigns, Twitter ads, Google display ads)
  • Identify, analyze, and work with the communications team to fix digital weaknesses with regards to SEO, social media engagement

As a TCS Fellow you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Learn from a small, talented staff of experienced policy professionals.
  • Assume real responsibility in a fast-paced policy environment.

Qualifications and Compensation:

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, as well as extreme attention to detail and an ability to be effective and organized in a fast-paced working environment. Previous experience in an office environment strongly preferred. Candidates from all academic disciplines will be considered as long as they have an interest in our work. TCS considers strong candidates independently for limited, competitively-paid positions.

To apply please submit the following:

Please e-mail:

  1. a brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the fellowship in particular;
  2. your resume;
  3. a short, 2-5 page writing sample; and
  4. two references, at least one reference from a former employer

Email your application with the subject line “TCS Fellowship” to jobs@taxpayer.net

Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.