U.S. PIRG (Public Interest Research Group) is hiring talented and passionate college graduates for campus organizing positions around the country.
U.S. PIRG is a federation of nonprofit groups, based in states across the country, and we tackle issues ranging from the environment to energy to health care reform to hunger and homelessness.
PIRG campus organizers recruit college students, faculty and community members to investigate problems and build support for solutions. PIRG organizers, and the volunteers they recruit and train, research issues, build coalitions, work with the media, educate the public, and generate citizen support on issues ranging from poverty to environmental protection.
A typical day might include:
- training volunteers to conduct an educational program;
- meeting with a professor to plan a research project;
- addressing the City Council about a state PIRG campaign they should support; and
- talking with students about summer jobs in the grassroots campaign office you値l help direct.
We have campus organizing positions in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin.
Salary & Benefits:
Recent college graduates earn $23,750 in their first year on staff, and may qualify for up to $200 per month in college loan assistance. Visit pirg.org/jobs for a full description of benefits.
Additional Qualifications:
We池e looking for smart, motivated individuals with initiative and a strong commitment to protecting the public interest. We value experience with campus groups or student government, academic achievement, and outstanding verbal, writing and leadership skills. Most of all, we look for people who find a way to make a difference.
How to Apply:
Click here to apply online.Make sure you include the following ad code pccr-den-6-53-06 in the application. We値l carefully consider your application, and if we think you池e a good fit we値l get in touch.We値l carefully consider your application, and if we think you池e a good fit we値l get in touch.
U.S. PIRG and all PIRG-affiliated organizations are equal opportunity employers.
It is NOT ok to contact this poster with commercial interests.
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