Political Canvasser (Weekends Only)

API PA Paid Canvasser

API PA will be launching a variety of programs throughout the Fall of 2026 with the goals of: learning about issues that matter to Asian Pacific Islanders living in Pennsylvania, encouraging Asian Pacific Islanders to register and vote, educating individuals on elections and candidates for office, and ensuring API voters have in-language support for any voting-related needs. We are seeking passionate, engaged individuals with good listening and communication skills to speak to voters in order to advance these programs, with an emphasis on Asian Pacific Islander voters.

API PA will provide training and materials, including PPE as appropriate. We are looking to invest in our canvassers by engaging them in meaningful work, giving them constructive feedback, and exposing them to a variety of opportunities in the policy / advocacy space. We're looking for individuals who are passionate about working towards progressive and equitable systems, especially to the betterment and empowerment of Asian Pacific Islander communities. Individuals who are interested in participating in building political power for Asians and Pacific Islanders in Pennsylvania and learning the skills of canvassing but are unable to commit the time required for a paid position are encouraged to contact us about other opportunities.

Using provided technology (the MiniVAN Canvassing app), you will engage in face-to-face conversations with voters in target geography

Tracking conversations in the canvassing platform provided

Participating in canvassing training and debriefing sessions

Vaccinated against COVID-19 and boosted. Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. For more information on recommended vaccinations, consult PA DOH guidelines.

Physically able to walk up to 2.5 miles per shift

Access to a cell phone and vehicle

Some tech literacy, specifically knowing how to use cell phones and tablets, Google Maps, and data entry using an app, is necessary for this position

Conversational fluency in English

Strong verbal communication and listening skills, specifically looking for people who are outgoing and willing to talk to strangers about political issues

Personal knowledge of and/or experience working with Asian American communities

Conversational fluency in an Asian language is highly desirable, including but not limited to Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Khmer, Korean, Nepali, Arabic, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Bengali, Gujarati, and Urdu

Prior canvassing or equivalent experience (sales, door to door marketing, phone-banking, call centers, etc.) Hours: This position ranges from 30 hours per week, for shifts for 6-8 hours at a time. Must be flexible to work weekends. This is a temporary position, to be filled on a rolling basis, for a program running from late August 2026 through early November 2026.

Salary: Hourly rate: $21/hour starting

Healthcare for full time (30+ hours) employees, paid time off, paid holidays, travel reimbursement, weekly pay

API PA is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.