Application Guide

How to Apply for Deputy Operations Director

at Project 26 Pennsylvania

🏢 About Project 26 Pennsylvania

Project 26 Pennsylvania is a youth-led organization that puts Gen-Z at the forefront of political change, specifically targeting far-right attacks and aiming to elect a Governor in 2026. Working here means joining a dynamic, mission-driven team that values creativity, urgency, and grassroots impact.

About This Role

As Deputy Operations Director, you'll be the backbone of campus organizing—coordinating candidate screening, event logistics, and budget tracking to ensure smooth execution of high-stakes political campaigns. This role is impactful because you'll directly enable student leaders to mobilize and challenge far-right narratives in real time.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start by reviewing candidate applications and scheduling interviews with the Organizing team, then pivot to vetting a procurement request for a campus event. After lunch, you could coordinate staff travel for an upcoming rally and brainstorm a creative stunt with the Digital team—all while tracking expenses to stay within budget.

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🎯 Who Project 26 Pennsylvania Is Looking For

  • A Pennsylvania resident with a car and valid driver's license, ready to travel to campuses and events statewide.
  • At least one cycle of campaign, non-profit, or union organizing experience, with a track record of managing logistics or operations.
  • Exceptionally organized and able to juggle multiple priorities—like pre-screening candidates while tracking event expenses—without dropping the ball.
  • Creative and proactive, able to brainstorm outside-the-box stunts and events that capture student attention and drive engagement.

📝 Tips for Applying to Project 26 Pennsylvania

1

Highlight your experience with campus organizing or student-led initiatives in your resume and cover letter—this is a youth-led org that values peer-to-peer energy.

2

Mention specific examples of creative stunts or events you've helped organize (e.g., flash mobs, viral campaigns) to show you can think outside the box.

3

Emphasize your familiarity with Pennsylvania's political landscape, especially the 2026 gubernatorial race and far-right challenges.

4

Show your logistical chops by detailing how you've managed budgets, vendor relationships, or travel coordination in fast-paced environments.

5

If you've worked with voter protection or digital organizing teams, call that out—it's directly relevant to the candidate screening process.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

Your passion for youth-led political change and Gen-Z empowerment, your specific experience with campaign operations or organizing in Pennsylvania, your ability to balance creative stunts with rigorous logistics, and your readiness to start immediately with a car and driver's license.

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Look into Project 26's previous campaigns and their approach to youth mobilization—check their website and social media for past stunts and events.
  • → Understand the current political climate in Pennsylvania, especially the far-right groups they're challenging and the 2026 gubernatorial race.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the other teams (Organizing, Digital, Voter Protection) you'll be coordinating with—know their goals and pain points.
  • → Review common campus organizing tactics and how they've been used in recent Pennsylvania elections.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you organized a large-scale event on a tight budget—what challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
2 How would you pre-screen candidates for a campus fellowship? What qualities would you look for?
3 Tell us about a creative stunt you've helped execute that drove engagement—what was the outcome?
4 How do you handle shifting priorities when a campaign crisis emerges? Give a specific example.
5 Why are you passionate about defeating far-right attacks and electing a Governor in Pennsylvania in 2026?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't overlook the requirement to live in Pennsylvania and have a car—applicants outside the state or without a license will be immediately screened out.
  • Avoid generic answers about 'passion for politics'—this role is about hands-on logistics and creativity, so focus on concrete examples.
  • Don't neglect to show you understand the urgency of the 2026 timeline—if your experience is only from slower-paced environments, address how you thrive under pressure.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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Offer

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