PlacerBlue Fellowship
SUMMER 2026
PlacerBlue Fellowship
SUMMER 2026
The PlacerBlue Fellowship by the Placer County Democratic Party is recruiting approximately five young Democrats (ages 15–25) from across Placer County for a targeted leadership and organizing program. Each Fellow will be responsible for a specific individual high-impact project and group projects that expands our party’s reach into the youth demographic.
The PlacerBlue Fellowship is an inaugural eight-week (June 1 - July 31, 2026) leadership development course to transform youth Democrats into trained community organizers. The Fellowship is a 60 hour program (approximately 7.5 hours per week). The Fellowship will utilize a dual-track strategy of combining individual capstones with collective actions. Individually, Fellows will engage in one high-impact project. Collectively, the cohort will work together on specific projects, most notable, staffing a “youth booth” at the Placer County fair and creating a hub for youth Democrats to interact and learn from each other.
PlacerBlue Fellowship application period closes May 1, 2026.
This is a volunteer, non-paid position and you will receive no compensation for any services. There is a potential for a stipend pending grant funding.
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Duration: 8 Weeks (June 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026)
Capacity: Approximately five Fellows
Commitment: 7.5 hours per week (60 hours total)
Format: Hybrid (Weekly Google Meet cohort meetings + in-person field actions)
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Must be 15-25 years old.
If eligible to vote, must be a registered Democrat.
Must reside within Placer County or attend a school located within the county
Must be currently enrolled as a high school, undergraduate, or trade school student
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Must demonstrate the ability to commit to a 60-hour total project-based summer schedule (June 1–July 31).
Candidates must have a strong interest in grassroots organizing, digital media, or community advocacy that aligns with the work and values of the Democratic Party. No prior political experience is required—we are looking for passion and a willingness to learn.
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Open applications: April 16, 2026
Application window closes: May 1, 2026
Applicant interviews: May 4 - 14, 2026
Deliberations: May 15-17, 2026
Selection: May 18, 2026
Begin: June 1, 2026
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Complete the Google Form
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Responses will be reviewed by the PlacerBlue Fellowship Organizing Committee and graded on a selection rubric.
Applicants will be called for 15 minute Zoom interviews to assess initiative and personal goals, work ethic, and alignment with Placer County Democratic Party values.
Ready to Lead Placer County?
Join the Placer Blue Fellowship and turn your passion into political power. Fellows spearhead a high-impact individual project and collaborate with a team of young leaders to expand our party’s reach. Gain hands-on training in professional organizing, run the Youth Booth at the County Fair, and build the infrastructure needed to win.
Become a Youth Organizer
The Placer Blue Fellowship offers young Democrats the training and experience to develop the professional toolkit required to transform our local political landscape.
Questions?
Visit our Youth Engagement page for more information and ways to get involved.
