Policy Fellow & Grassroots Campaign Leader

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us public interest research groupEast Boston (MA)

Social and Community Service Managers Other Social Advocacy Organizations

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$28,000–$30,000

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About the role

U.S. PIRG is hiring fellows for a one-year program designed to develop future leaders in public interest advocacy. Fellows will recruit new groups to join coalitions, organize events, and run a grassroots campaign office to win key campaigns on health, environment, and consumer protection. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and hands-on campaign work. Compensation in the first year is about $28,000–$30,000, with a competitive benefits package, robust training, and clear opportunities for

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