Thank you for applying to Action Academy 2025! We are blown away by the high amount of interest this year and are reviewing applications! We will notify you no later than April 11th of your application’s status.

Action Academy is our virtual 10 week Summer internship program for college-aged people to learn more about voting history in America. During the summer, we meet twice a week, learn together in state crews, and do action together. You may be able to get college credits too!

What’s ACTION ACADEMY?

  • democracy ideals + foundational pillars of voting rights

  • movement learning + movement work

  • mis/disinformation in modern democracies

How do I apply?

  • We open applications on FEb 1st every year

  • The application window is open for 2 months

  • THe application is easy to do!

How we do it

During the summer, we embark on a 10-week virtual journey on Zoom examining the historiography of voting rights in America. Our focus extends to understanding the systems that both expand and erode the democratic process.

And the best part? Participants earn a $1,000 stipend!