Field Associate — Steven Brown for Austin City Council District 1

The Steven Brown campaign is seeking Field Associates! Please see the listing below for the job description and instructions on how to apply.

Field Associate
Reports to: Field Lead and Campaign Leadership
Location: Austin, TX 
Time Commitment: Approximately 5–10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

About the Role

Field Associates are the boots on the ground of the Steven Brown for Austin City Council District 1 campaign. You'll work directly with the campaign's field team to talk with voters, knock doors, recruit volunteers, attend community events, and help build a grassroots campaign across District 1.

This is an excellent opportunity for students and young professionals interested in campaigns, government, public policy, community organizing, or public service to gain hands-on political experience.

No previous campaign experience is required. Training will be provided.

What You'll Do

• Participate in door-to-door canvassing throughout Austin City Council District 1.
• Speak directly with voters about Steven Brown, the campaign, and issues affecting District 1 neighborhoods.
• Record voter feedback and campaign contact information accurately.
• Participate in phone banking, voter outreach, and Get Out The Vote (GOTV) activities.
• Recruit fellow students, friends, and community members to volunteer with the campaign.
• Attend neighborhood meetings, community events, campaign activities, and candidate appearances.
• Assist campaign leadership with community and organizational outreach.
• Help distribute campaign literature and increase campaign visibility throughout District 1.
• Support canvass launches, volunteer events, and other field operations.
• Share feedback from conversations with residents to help campaign leadership better understand the priorities and concerns of District 1 voters.
• Take on additional field and leadership responsibilities as experience is gained.

What We're Looking For

• Interest in political campaigns, Austin government, community engagement, organizing, or public service.
• Comfortable speaking with people from different backgrounds and listening respectfully to different perspectives.
• Reliable, motivated, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Ability to participate in in-person campaign activities in District 1.
• Some evening and weekend availability, particularly for canvassing and community events.
• Familiarity with District 1 neighborhoods and Austin's East Side communities is a plus.
• Previous campaign, canvassing, organizing, or volunteer experience is welcome but not required.
• Familiarity with NGP VAN or voter-contact tools is a plus but not required.
• Bilingual applicants, particularly English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese speakers, are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience working on an Austin City Council campaign.
• Training in voter contact, canvassing, and grassroots organizing.
• Experience with campaign field strategy and Get Out The Vote operations.
• Exposure to community and coalition outreach.
• Opportunities to interact directly with campaign leadership and the candidate.
• Experience attending political, neighborhood, and community events throughout Austin.
• Professional networking opportunities within Austin politics and civic organizations.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and field leadership as the campaign grows.
• Support for academic credit when applicable.

Strong-performing Field Associates may have opportunities to advance into Field Fellow, Team Lead, or other campaign leadership responsibilities as the campaign expands.

To apply, please email stevenbrownford1atx@gmail.com with your resume and a brief statement describing your interest in the campaign, local politics, or community organizing.

Please use the subject title: Field Associate Application.

We review applications on a rolling basis and will respond within 1–2 business days. Previous campaign experience is not required.

This position is ideal for students interested in political campaigns, government, public policy, communications, advocacy, community organizing, or public service who want practical experience working directly with voters and communities.

Field Associates who demonstrate reliability, leadership, and strong organizing skills will have opportunities to take on greater responsibilities as the campaign grows.

Not sure which role fits, or want to get involved as a general volunteer first? Sign up at the link below, and we'll be in touch.

Come be a part of a movement bringing people-first leadership to District 1! Thank you for your interest!