2026 College Campus Organizer
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Program Summary
Time Committment: The 2026 Inaugural Cohort will run from Spring (April 1 - June 1st) 2026 and Fall (September 15 - November 10th, 2026)
Hours and Pay:$22/hour, 8-15 hours/week
Program is designed for students at: Portland State University, PCC SE Campus, Portland Community College, Willow Creek, PCC Sylvania Campus, Chemeketa Community College, OR Willamette University.
Position Overview
College Campus Organizers will boost voter registration, confidence, education, and turnout around the spring and fall election, increase Next Up Action Fund’s relationships with partnering schools and communities, and enhance the culture of civic engagement in Oregon. You will learn and then share civic and electoral information with your peers and communities. Through a variety of tactics Campus Organizers will educate about voting rights, important voter deadlines, what's on their local ballot, where and how to vote.
About Us
Since 2002, Next Up Action Fund (501c4) has been a political home to build upon the collective power and leadership of young people in order to secure a more just and equitable Oregon. Together, we envision an accountable and inclusive democracy where young people have the political power to create and sustain resourced, flourishing, and livable communities. We create lasting change through youth leadership development, issue advocacy, co-governance, and civic engagement. Our work is rooted in the belief that by investing in young people’s collective power we are able to build towards a liberated and just future.
We don’t only achieve victories; we see tangible change with youth boldly leading the way. For over 20 years, we’ve helped lead the way on innovative policies to create a more reflective and inclusive democracy in Oregon – now Oregon is one of the easiest states to vote in with over 93.7% of eligible Oregonians registered to vote.
We also specialize in youth voter engagement in Oregon and help turn out the vote for progressive candidates and ballot measures. We’ve helped elect dozens of candidates to statewide and local office by turning out 18 - 35 year olds to vote and ensuring Oregon is one of the most accessible states to vote in through our political advocacy work.
Program Goals
Organizers become a campus and community resource
Register new voters, collect “Pledge to Votes”, and turn out existing voters in local elections
Organizers research local races and issues
Collaborate on potential candidate forums
Organizers will make contact with potential voters through
Canvassing
Campus Tabling
Phonebanking
Campus Classroom presentations
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinate outreach efforts with teachers, virtual class visits, tabling, and voter registration at your college campus
Assist with tasks such as data entry, and voter registration entry as needed
Additional leadership opportunities are possible.
Draft emails, and social media posts to share out voter registration efforts
Key Qualifications
Enrolled at Portland State University, PCC SE Campus, PCC Willow Creek, PCC Sylvania Campus, Chemeketa Community College, or Willamette University
Must be at least 18 years of age
Oregon resident with reliable internet access
Must be passionate about politics, social and racial justice, and dedicated to becoming a vocal force for good in your community
Committed to staying engaged in movement work after graduation
Ready to meet new people, build relationships, and bring them into the movement.
Ready to go hard talking to young people to vote in their region to elect local progressive champions
Position Logistics
Apply By: February 28, 2026 at 11:59 pm PST
Anticipated Start Date: March 2026
Anticipated End Date: May 22nd, 2026
Job Title: Campus Organizer
Compensation: $22/hour, with accrued paid sick time
Reports To: Field Organizer
Duration: Temporary, part-time (8-15 hours per week), hourly position with weekday, some evening and weekend work required.
Location: Our office is in Portland, Oregon. Work for this position will be done primarily on a college campus, with also virtual, hybrid and in person team meetings.
Schedule: The overall schedule is mostly flexible and self directed. It will look like scheduling time to table and give presentations on your campus weekly; pre-scheduled weekly or biweekly team meetings, and check in’s with the Field Organizer.
Covid- 19: We are requiring all team members to be vaccinated for COVID-19 unless a team member has requested and received a health/disability or religious accommodation. For in-person meetings - applicants must follow all in person covid protocols outlined by the organization.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Next Up Action Fund is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We believe our work is stronger when it benefits from the experience, knowledge, and wisdom of people who have faced systemic barriers and strongly encourages Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled people, people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities to apply.
