Associate Director, Health Policy JobApril 7, 2026 Associate Director, Health Policy American Progress is seeking an Associate Director, Health Policy in its Health Policy department to conduct original analyses and advance policy proposals to expand health care accessibility, tackle high health care prices and anticompetitive behavior, and build a strong and thriving health care system. The Associate Director should be excited to generate new analysis across a wide range of health policy issues, with a special focus on developing evidence-driven proposals that improve health care consumer out of pocket affordability and working with the Senior Fellow, Health Policy to push policymaking in bold new directions. Read the full description
Campaigns Associate JobMay 19, 2026 Campaigns Associate American Progress has two immediate openings for Campaigns Associates to join the Center for American Progress Action Fund’s Campaigns team. CAP Action is an independent, nonpartisan education and advocacy organization dedicated to its mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action with the aim of not only changing the conversation, but changing the country. With deep partnerships in Washington, D.C., and across the country, CAP Action arms state and national allies with the tools necessary to build support for progressive policies. Read the full description
Director, Broadcast Communications JobApril 22, 2026 Director, Broadcast Communications American Progress is seeking a Director of Broadcast Communications. The Director will serve as a senior member of the Communications department and will be responsible for overseeing all interactions and partnerships with broadcast media (TV, digital streaming, radio, and podcasts). The Director will also play a key role in preparing CAP experts for media appearances by leading media trainings and preparing briefing materials. The Director of Broadcast Communications will also create and disseminate talking points to partners and distribute memos and briefings to hosts, producers, broadcast reporters, and bookers. This position will supervise up to two staff members. Read the full description
Executive Affairs Coordinator JobApril 9, 2026 Executive Affairs Coordinator American Progress has an immediate opening for an Executive Affairs Coordinator who will support the President and CEO of American Progress in managing their briefing materials, internal and external events, and schedule. The Executive Affairs Coordinator will work with members of senior leadership and staff at all levels of American Progress to ensure the President and CEO is well organized, well informed, and using their time well. The Executive Affairs Coordinator should have exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, be proactive, and be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Read the full description
Executive Vice President, Policy JobApril 16, 2025 Executive Vice President, Policy American Progress comprises two tax-exempt mission-driven organizations—the Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund—and is dedicated to improving the lives of Americans through ideas and action. American Progress is creating an affirmative vision for America—a vision that policymakers, legislators, and thought leaders can use to shape the national debate, build durable political power, and drive lasting change. The Executive Vice President, Policy will work closely with the President and CEO and will generate and develop new policy ideas and products, lead American Progress’ policy teams, and provide strategic consultation and analysis on issues affecting the organization. Read the full description
Legal Assistant JobMay 21, 2026 Legal Assistant American Progress is seeking a Legal Assistant for regulatory compliance who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include maintaining regulatory compliance and filings as required by federal, state, and local law; supporting board operations; managing daily legal workflows; tracking contracts and agreements; and monitoring requests for vetting. This role is ideal for a detailed-oriented and highly organized professional who is seeking to pursue law school in the future. Read the full description
Research Assistant Resume Bank JobOctober 23, 2024 Research Assistant Resume Bank American Progress seeks applicants for its research assistant resume bank to be considered for upcoming research assistant positions. This resume bank allows candidates to express interest in future opportunities to support American Progress' research and policy development efforts. Research assistants play a critical role in driving American Progress’ agenda by providing essential research, data analysis, and policy recommendations. Research assistants join teams that support work across American Progress’ five crosscutting priorities: Read the full description
Research Associate, Conservation Policy JobApril 21, 2026 Research Associate, Conservation Policy American Progress is seeking a Research Associate to join the Conservation Policy team in its Energy and Environment department. The associate will conduct research and analysis related to public land, water, ocean, and energy policy. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills; attention to detail; a commitment to conservation, addressing climate change, and improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in conservation policy; and a willingness to work on a wide range of policy issues. Read the full description
Vice President, Democracy JobMarch 6, 2026 Vice President, Democracy The Vice President for Democracy will lead the Democracy team and coordinate American Progress’ crosscutting, organization-wide priority to restore social trust in democracy. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of a range of relevant topics—including approaches to effectively fight corruption, safeguard free and fair elections, create effective institutions of government, strengthen the rule of law, and build a multiracial democracy that is reflective of all Americans. The successful candidate will have experience with policy creation and analysis, familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes, and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior policymakers in Washington, D.C. Read the full description
Vice President, Early Childhood Policy JobMay 7, 2026 Vice President, Early Childhood Policy American Progress is seeking a Vice President of Early Childhood Policy to work toward generating pragmatic and progressive new policy ideas to advance early childhood policy reform in the United States. Broadly, American Progress’ education policy work focuses on several priority areas, such as promoting college- and career-ready standards and assessments; recruiting, supporting, and retaining effective teachers and principals; improving fiscal equity; and exploring school improvement strategies, including expanded learning time and community schools, for high-poverty schools. The Vice President of Early Childhood Policy will lead a dynamic team to assist in deepening the organization’s education policy work. Read the full description
Vice President, Higher Education and Workforce Policy JobMay 7, 2026 Vice President, Higher Education and Workforce Policy American Progress is seeking a Vice President of Higher Education and Workforce Policy to work toward generating pragmatic and progressive new policy ideas advancing higher education and workforce policy reform in the United States. Broadly, American Progress’ education policy work focuses on several priority areas, such as promoting college- and career-ready standards and assessments; recruiting, supporting, and retaining effective teachers and principals; improving fiscal equity; and exploring school improvement strategies, including expanded learning time and community schools, for high-poverty schools. The Vice President of Higher Education and Workforce Policy will lead a dynamic team to assist in deepening the organization’s education policy work. Read the full description
Vice President, K-12 Education Policy JobMay 7, 2026 Vice President, K-12 Education Policy American Progress is seeking a Vice President of K-12 Education Policy to work toward generating pragmatic and progressive new policy ideas advancing K-12 education reform in the United States. Broadly, American Progress’ education policy work focuses on several priority areas, such as promoting college- and career-ready standards and assessments; recruiting, supporting, and retaining effective teachers and principals; improving fiscal equity; and exploring school improvement strategies, including expanded learning time and community schools, for high-poverty schools. The Vice President of K-12 Education Policy will lead a dynamic team to assist in deepening the organization’s education policy work. Read the full description