Grassroots Organizer Intern

Job Description

About the Company

Clean Water Action is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization dedicated to campaigns focused on water quality, holding polluters accountable, and environmental justice. With a significant membership base of 100,000 in Pennsylvania and over half a million nationwide, the organization is a leading force in grassroots efforts to safeguard communities, public health, and the environment.

Notable recent victories include:
• The successful passage of the Philadelphia Plastic Bag Ban.
• Winning a lawsuit against Trump’s EPA in 2019.
• The launch of the Resilient Community Stormwater Initiative.

Joining Clean Water Action means working with a team of passionate and purpose-driven individuals who share a unified vision: leveraging the power of the people to drive meaningful change.

Job Description (Grassroots Organizer Intern)

Clean Water Action is seeking Grassroots Organizer Interns in Philadelphia, PA, to join its Field Canvass team. This internship is ideal for individuals passionate about the environment who wish to kick-start a career in the nonprofit sector and gain hands-on experience in grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and public policy, while making a tangible impact.

Currently, the organization is actively engaged in campaigns to:
• Reverse the Supreme Court decision that weakened the Clean Water Act.
• Ban PFAS from household products.
• Uplift Environmental Justice communities by holding known pollution facilities accountable.

This internship program spans 10 to 16 weeks. As an intern, you will primarily canvass communities to advocate for these critical issues through grassroots organizing.

Key Responsibilities include:
• Engaging in one-on-one communication with community members.
• Participating in fundraising efforts.
• Collecting calls-to-actions addressed to lawmakers, such as petitions, signatures, and handwritten letters.
• Dispersing vital information to the public.
• Maintaining good record keeping of interactions and collected data.

Position Details:
• Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Position Type: Available as Part-time (3 to 4 days per week) or Full-time (5 days per week).
• Hours: 2 pm to 9 pm
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Compensation: $16 an hour, with additional bonus opportunities.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), and the potential for long-term growth within the organization.
• COVID-19 Policy: COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all applicants.

Qualifications:
The organization is looking for candidates who possess:
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Cultural competence.
• A commitment to racial justice and equity.

Ideal candidates will have an interest in non-profit or campaign work, policy, or politics. They should also enjoy connecting with people as part of their daily work and be motivated to make real change on the environmental and social issues the organization addresses.

Training: Extensive training will be provided on all job responsibilities and the specific issues covered by Clean Water Action’s campaigns.

Additional Information:
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are committed to fostering a diverse workplace. People of color and those from economically disadvantaged communities are particularly encouraged to apply. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination in hiring based on race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This commitment to non-discrimination applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, terminations, pay, and the work environment.