2026 Post-Election Programs for Campaign Professionals

GAIN Power, Arena, and the DNC are excited to offer a free 14-part Post-Election training series that aims to connect 2026 campaign staff with new career opportunities. This includes skill-building workshops, job search support, and networking opportunities.

Upcoming · 14

Nov10Tue

Resume Workshop by Arena

In this workshop, we will lead you through the key steps of formatting, telling your story, writing, and delivering your resume to make you stand out in a competitive field. This interactive session will meet you where you are with your resume, whether that’s working on the basics, updating your resume post-election, or looking to translate your resume from another field.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Nov12Thu

Linkedin Live by Arena

Ready to find your people? This event will prompt participants to meet new people and find their next co-conspirators. This is your chance to expand your network and meet with the progressive political community.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Nov16Mon

Branding Yourself by GAIN Power

Learn from GAIN Power Founder Amy Pritchard how to effectively brand yourself in the progressive space, including tips for creating your own website, social media, and networking.

7:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Nov17Tue

Where Do You Go From Here Panel by Arena

You’ve spent the past many months thinking about Election Day, but you may now wonder: What’s next? In this session, we’ll create a space to talk about what your next steps will look like.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Nov19Thu

Job Search Power Hour by Arena

Job Search Power Hours are a space for you to look for your next job with the Arena community. Feel like you need a space to co-work? Want to find a friend to help you through the job application process? Check out Job Search Power Hours! You’ll also have the opportunity to get personalized career coaching and resume review with Arena and DNC staff and ask any questions you have! Please note that staff cannot advise attendees on specific campaign strategies during office hours.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec01Tue

Linkedin Live by Arena

Ready to find your people? This event will prompt participants to meet new people and find their next co-conspirators. This is your chance to expand your network and meet with the progressive political community.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec02Wed

Understanding Opportunities in the Progressive Ecosystem by GAIN Power

GAIN Power will host a panel discussion about career opportunities across the progressive movement.

8:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec03Thu

Careers Fair by Arena

Join Team Arena for a virtual careers fair designed to connect you directly with employers and recruiters in the political space. You’ll hear about open roles from hiring teams across the movement, then move into breakout rooms where you can ask questions, learn more about the work, and make real connections. Whether you're actively job searching or just exploring what's out there, this is a chance to build relationships and get a clearer picture of your next move.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec07Mon

Coaching and Career Fair by GAIN Power

Join GAIN Power for a Virtual Coaching and Career Fair - attendees will meet with career coaches and progressive employers live in one-on-one booths. Learn from fellow organizers, campaign staff, and progressive professionals how to move to the next stage in your career following the midterms.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec08Tue

2027 State of the Race by the DNC

Not sure a presidential primary campaign is right for you? Want to work on an off-cycle election in Virginia, New Jersey, or Kentucky? Then join us for a training session that walks you through the hiring timeline for jobs in off-cycle states. We will also discuss working for non-presidential campaigns in 2028 and how you can get involved!

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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Dec10Thu

Job Search Power Hour by Arena

Job Search Power Hours are a space for you to look for your next job with the Arena community. Feel like you need a space to co-work? Want to find a friend to help you through the job application process? Check out Job Search Power Hours! You’ll also have the opportunity to get personalized career coaching and resume review with Arena and DNC staff and ask any questions you have! Please note that staff cannot advise attendees on specific campaign strategies during office hours.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

Register

Dec15Tue

Resume Workshop by the DNC

In this workshop, we will lead you through the key steps of formatting, telling your story, writing, and delivering your resume to make you stand out in a competitive field. This interactive session will meet you where you are with your resume, whether that’s working on the basics, updating your resume post-election, or looking to translate your resume from another field.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

Register

Dec16Wed

Coaching and Career Fair by GAIN Power

Join GAIN Power for a Virtual Coaching and Career Fair - attendees will meet with career coaches and progressive employers live in one-on-one booths. Learn from fellow organizers, campaign staff, and progressive professionals how to move to the next stage in your career following the midterms.

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

Register

Dec17Thu

So You Want To Work on a Presidential Campaign? by the DNC

Interested in working on a presidential primary but don’t know where to get started? Join us for a panel of presidential campaign staffers who will help you navigate the opportunities in the 2028 primaries. You will hear about hiring timelines, early state hopping, and where to look for presidential campaign jobs!

5:00 PMUTC

Virtual

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