 In 2002, Shurberg began his career in politics, starting at the local level with a dedication to advancing progressive causes in his community.That year, he served as a campaign volunteer and precinct coordinator for the County Council campaign of current U.S Secretary of Labor Tom Perez.Shurberg's early political activism inspired him to become further involved in Montgomery County's political scene, and he became a Highland View Elementary School PTA representative shortly after his involvement with the Perez campaign.