Sierra Club is hiring a
Intern

Summary

Join our team as an Intern (Part-time, Temporary) at the Connecticut Chapter of Sierra Club. This is a 6-month part-time position with flexible schedule available. The successful candidate will work directly with staff and volunteer teams to increase supporter base in key geographies, focusing on the campaign to Stop Project Maple.

Requirements

• Interest in community outreach to diverse populations
• Interest in grassroots campaign tactics to support climate and environmental justice solutions
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Committed to evolution.. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility
• Uplifting and additive.. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey

Responsibilities

• Works with Sierra Club organizers and volunteers to build opposition to Project Maple methane gas pipeline expansion proposal
• Assists with the planning, note taking, and facilitating of volunteer meetings
• Assists with organizing educational meetings for impacted communities
• Assists with volunteer recruitment in impacted communities
• Assists in developing materials, presentations, social media posts, and general promotions
• Completes administrative tasks including data entry and updating spreadsheets, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Interest in data management
• Equity Analysis and Practice. You are aware of your group identities and how they have shaped your life and experiences at work
• Proficiency in a language other than English