Jobs & Internships

Thank you for your interest in joining our team at The DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI). DCFPI influences DC budget and policy decisions to reduce poverty and income inequality and to give residents the opportunity for a secure economic future. We accomplish this through research and analysis, direct engagement with policymakers, and strategic partnerships with other organizations and individuals.

Data Analyst/Senior Data Analyst 

Position Summary
DCFPI seeks a Data Analyst/Senior Data Analyst to work with a team of skilled policy analysts on a range of policy issues and research topics affecting residents with low and moderate incomes and Black and brown communities in the District. The Data Analyst/Senior Data Analyst will be part of the policy team and will work on research projects related to economic security, housing, education, and revenue, often in collaboration with issue-area specialists. Topics may include the implications of policy and budget choices affecting cash programs, tax credits, housing affordability, and early and public education, as well as income and labor market trends, DC revenue collections, and the causes and consequences of poverty.

How to Apply 
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Erica Williams at?ewilliams@dcfpi.org.?Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The?email subject line should be “Data Analyst” and application letter and resume file names should be?lastname.coverletter.dataanalyst?and lastname.resume.dataanalyst.

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Advancement Associate

Position Summary
DCFPI seeks an organized and innovative person to join our organization as a full-time Advancement Associate. As the Advancement Associate, you will play a key role in DCFPI’s sustainability and financial solvency, helping to manage and implement fundraising initiatives that support an ambitious policy agenda for an antiracist, equitable DC. This new role is a great opportunity for someone with strong organizational and project management skills, a commitment to racial and social justice, and a desire to grow personally and professionally in a supportive culture.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of nonprofit experience, working to support frontline fundraising, coordinating event logistics, and providing administrative support. If you are organized, creative, self-motivated, and a problem solver passionate about equity and justice, this position might be for you!

How to Apply 
Please submit a cover letter and resume to tgray@dcfpi.org using the subject line “Advancement Associate.” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

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Campaigns Manager

Position Summary
DCFPI seeks a Campaigns Manager to work closely with colleagues and advocacy partners to develop, implement, and advise on strategic policy campaigns driven by DCFPI’s partnerships and research and analysis.

Successful applicants will have fluency with the fundamentals of direct action organizing as well as strong project management and relationship building skills. DCFPI seeks someone with a deep commitment to racial, gender, and economic justice, and the organization’s core priorities around tax, budget, and economic policy.

How to Apply 
Please submit a cover letter and resume to nmetzgar@dcfpi.org using the subject line “Advancement Associate.” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

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