Environmental Law & Policy Center ยท 2 days ago
Campaign Organizing Intern - Spring 2026
Cedar Falls, IA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$14.55/hr - $14.55/hr
Start in 2026 WinterThe Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) seeks to hire a Campaign Organizing Intern to engage the Cedar Falls community in advocating for policy changes at the municipal utility. The role involves recruiting and training community members, building relationships with partners, and executing campaign strategies aimed at promoting a fossil-free energy future.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Recruit, train, and support volunteers, supporters, and community leaders to take action
Conduct one-on-one conversations, outreach events, petition drives, and phone/text banking with the possibility of more expansive campaign activities like door-to-door canvassing as needed
Develop volunteer leaders to take on increasing responsibility within the campaign
Support campaign plans to influence utility board members, city council, and other decision-makers
Mobilize turnout for organizing events, public meetings, and direct actions
Track supporter engagement and help maintain organizing databases
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, labor groups, environmental justice advocates, and faith or neighborhood leaders
Coordinate joint actions and messaging with coalition partners
Support earned media, social media, and digital organizing efforts as needed
Assist with message delivery and storytelling, including gathering constituent stories
Document organizing activities and report progress toward campaign goals
Assist with logistics for events, trainings, and meetings
Qualification
Required
Commitment to climate action, environmental justice, and democratic public institutions
Interest in energy, climate, utility, or municipal policy issues
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build trust across diverse communities
Ability to work evenings and weekends as campaign needs require
Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
High degree of personal accountability in achieving outcomes
Preferred
Experience in community organizing, advocacy, electoral, or issue-based campaigns (paid or volunteer)
Knowledge of local politics or municipal utility governance
Company
Environmental Law & Policy Center
Environmental Law & Policy Center is a legal advocacy organization focused on environmental issues.
Founded in 1993
11-50 employees
Funding
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