Organization:

Stand Up Nashville (SUN)

Location:

Metro Nashville / Davidson County, TN (In-Field)

Compensation:

$25 - $30.00/hour (Paid weekly)

Duration:

Mid-September 2026 - November 3, 2026

Hours:

16 hours/week (Three 4-hour shifts, working until dusk; includes weekends) About the Role Stand Up Nashville (SUN) is a grassroots organization fighting for racial and economic justice. We are hiring energetic Part-Time Canvassers for our fall nonpartisan Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV) and issue-advocacy campaign. You will knock on doors in Davidson County to engage working-class residents on critical local issues—like housing security and livable wages—and help them register and make a plan to vote. No prior canvassing experience is required!

Key Responsibilities Door-to-Door Canvassing:

Have nonpartisan, relational conversations about local issues and election participation.

Voter Support:

Assist neighbors with voter registration, updating info, and finding polling locations.

Data & Phone Banking:

Make follow-up calls and log real-time data using the MiniVAN app on your smartphone.

Safety & Teamwork:

Work in assigned buddy pairs, adhere strictly to SUN's field safety protocols, and attend all paid trainings.

Qualifications & Requirements Mission Alignment:

Dedicated to empowering working-class, BIPOC, and immigrant communities.

Skills:

Friendly, active listener who is reliable and adaptable.

Tech & Transport:

Must have a working smartphone with a data plan and reliable transportation across Metro Davidson County.

Physical Ability:

Comfortable walking outdoors for up to 4 hours in varying weather.

Bonus:

Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, or another language is a major plus!

What We Provide Comprehensive Paid Training:

Covers scripts, tech, de-escalation, and policy.

Field Safety Kits:

High-vis gear, portable power banks, whistles, first aid, and hydration.

Leadership Development:

Direct exposure to campaign strategy and grassroots organizing.