Paid Fellowships
Civic Influencers
Founded in 2008, Civic Influencers is a national nonpartisan 501 c 3 organization whose mission is to increase youth civic power and youth voting, giving emphasis to Black, Indigenous and Youth of Color. At this pivotal time, the landscape for young people understanding, and participating in, our democracy is changing so rapidly that they may never inherit the future we promised. Rigorous novel data collection and analysis are now driving our youth centric voting interventions, and determining what we are scaling. This data driven approach will have a greater impact on increasing young people’s voting and civic power.
The University of Pittsburgh has multiple fellow positions (available to any current student) that will assist in the development of this plan and implement independent ideas on campus. The goal is to engage students in the entire election process.
Campus Vote Project
Campus Vote Project (CVP) Democracy Fellowship will permit up to two (2) fellows (available to any current student) that will work with the entire team to assist in the engagement of the action plan and consistent revisions to this action plan. In addition, this person will explore hosting events, building coalitions, etc. Learn more about the fellowship here.
Pitt Student Organizations
Graduate and Professional Student Government
For the full list of student organizations, visit the Student Organization Directory.
Local Engagement
League of Women Voters Pennsylvania – The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania is a statewide, nonpartisan, and grassroots organization. We believe that through informed action, people can make profound changes in their communities. Their dedicated members work every day to provide voter services, educate the public, and advocate for issues that matter. If you believe that we can work together to create a more perfect union, find a local League and join today!
PUMP – PUMP’s mission is to make Pittsburgh the most dynamic and diverse place by engaging, educating, and mobilizing all young people to create change in our community. Each year, they serve nearly 30,000 individuals, primarily under the age of 40, through our advocacy, civic, social, and recreational programming.
New Pennsylvania Project – The New Pennsylvania Project (NPP) was founded to expand Pennsylvania’s electorate so it reflects the Commonwealth’s demographically changing population. We will register them to vote, provide education about the issues that matter in their neighborhoods, and mobilize people to vote in every election – twice a year.
Allegheny County Elections Division
Looking for other opportunities to get involved in service? Check out the PittServes Volunteer Portal!