DoSomething DoCrew: Paid Youth Leadership Opportunity for Emerging Changemakers in the United States
DoSomething is inviting passionate young people across the United States to apply for its inaugural DoCrew, a paid leadership opportunity for emerging young adult leaders. Selected participants will use their voices and creativity to inspire community action.
Overview
The DoSomething DoCrew is a paid leadership initiative designed to bring together four emerging young adult leaders across the United States. Selected members will engage young audiences on important social issues, create digital content, participate in leadership and media development activities, and encourage peers to take community action. Participants do not need to be famous influencers or professional content creators; the programme looks for authentic changemakers with personal stories and strong ideas.
Selected members will focus on one of four pillars: Walk the Walk (equity, justice, economic mobility, belonging, community service), No Planet B (climate action, sustainability, environmental justice), Thrive On (mental health, safety, wellbeing), or Be Heard (community voice, democracy, advocacy, civic participation).
Benefits
- Receive financial compensation of $250 every two weeks, subject to applicable tax and legal requirements, for successfully completing responsibilities during the six-month pilot.
- Gain leadership and media training to strengthen communication and storytelling skills.
- Share perspectives with DoSomething's community of more than one million members.
- Obtain hands-on content creation experience and one-on-one mentorship from the DoSomething team.
- Build a portfolio through published content and campaign work while connecting with a small cohort of changemakers.
Eligibility
- Must be at least 18 years of age when the DoCrew term begins in October 2026.
- Must reside in the United States and be legally eligible to work in the country.
- Must be a current DoSomething member or create a free DoSomething account before applying.
- Must be available for a virtual orientation scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET.
- Must have reliable access to a smartphone or device capable of recording video and joining virtual meetings.
- Must commit 15 to 20 hours per month and agree to follow organizational brand guidelines, content review procedures, and community standards.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the official online application through the designated portal. Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements, select the DoSomething focus area that aligns with your experiences, and submit all required documentation before the final deadline.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted by September 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.