Campaign & Advocacy Fellow

Environmental League of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

1d • $18 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) Action Fund is seeking current college , undergraduate or graduate, students , to join our Campaign and Advocacy Fellows program for the S ummer 202 6 session . Help us elect climate champions, advance strong environmental policy, and empower the environmental community in Massachusetts . Background T he ELM Action Fund oversee s a longstanding and highly successful paid fellowship program , engaging students across Massachusetts with interests in environmental policy and political campaigns. Through the fellowship program , students connect with talented changemakers and learn valuable skills to advance their environmental careers . Our fellows specialize in a wide range of work, from politics and policy to communications and graphic design . Together, they work toward the common goals of advancing strong environmental policy and building the power of the environmental community in Massachusetts. The ELM Action Fund Fellows program is highly esteemed and respected , and has led alumni of the program to rewarding and impactful positions at influential organizations, including the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Clean Energy Ventures, the City of Boston, the League of Conservation Voters, the New York City Department of Transportation and the Massachusetts State Hous e . To learn more about our fellowship program, please visit our website . Summer S ession D etails and Responsibilities Our S ummer fellowship program runs from May through August, but exact start and end dates are flexible. This position will report directly to Rob Hart, the ELM Action Fund’s Campaign & Advocacy Manager . 15 – 20 hours per week, $18 per hour

Requirements

• Ability to work both collaboratively and as a self-starter
• Demonstrate d c ommitment to environmental advocacy
• E x cellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong research, data management, and note taking skills
• Comfort talking to voters on the phone and in person
• Demonstrated c ommitment to environmental justice, recognizing the essential role of racial equity in responding to climate change.

Nice To Haves

• Community organizing or political campaign experience a plus
• Customer service or similar experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy and political research
• Read and summarize legislation
• Assist with electoral data management
• Campaign for our endorsed candidates (door knocking, phone banking)
• Attend events with ELM and ELM Action Fund Staff, including political fundraisers, State House briefings, policy roundtables, and other ELM-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees