The Fund for the Public Interset's Minneapolis office is currently working with Environment Minnesota on a campaign to protect the boundary waters. They are now hiring undergraduate students for part time jobs on their campaigns. They are looking for candidates who work hard, communicate well, and are dedicated to working towards positive environmental and social change.
The Fund for the Public Interest is a national non-profit organization that works to build support for progressive organizations across the country. They run campaigns for Environment Minnesota, US PIRG, Fair Share, and the Human Rights Campaign. This fall they will be running offices in over 35 cities, mobilizing public support, and meeting with their elected officials to help win environmental and social justice campaigns.
This last year our staff helped pass a bill the will bring 30 times more clean, solar power to the state by 2020. We've also helped repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell, and increased food safety standards to make school lunches safer.
They are currently working with Environment Minnesota on a campaign to protect the boundary waters. Out of state mining companies want to start a new type of mining right outside the boundary waters protect area that could contaminate the water with sulfuric acid. This would turn the water extremely acidic, killing fish and other wildlife and potentially causing Mercury pollution. In order to build enough public support to prevent these mines, they need to grow their campaign staff.
Currently, they have paid positions open for campaign staff out of their Minneapolis office. They are looking for candidates who work hard, communicate well, and are dedicated to working towards positive environmental and social change.
As a member of their staff, you will fundraise, build membership for their partner groups, and educate and activate citizens on pressing issues. You will also have the opportunity to organize press conferences and build coalitions with other non-profit organizations. While on staff you will learn how to effectively generate public support, build upon your understanding of the political process, and create positive social change.
You can get involved by applying online at http://fundforthepublicinterest.org/apply-now or by calling their office at 612-331-8401.
