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Summer Jobs with Environment California

Fund for the Public Interest
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Work to Protect our Oceans in our Canvassing and Field Manager Positions

The California coast is home to incredible wildlife like sea otters, turtles, and birds. But life in the ocean is at risk due to overfishing and climate change. Already, 90% of the world's large fish, like sharks and tuna, are gone.

One of the best ways to help wildlife is by expanding marine protected areas, which are off-limits to commercial activity. The Newsom administration is considering new marine protections, including at Campus Point. We are hiring canvassers and field managers in our Santa Barbara office to educate the public about the issue, raise critical funds, and generate the visibility necessary to influence decision-makers.

As a canvasser this summer you will:

  • Educate and engage citizens on a campaign to make real change on pressing environmental and public interest issues
  • Develop essential communication and political advocacy skills
  • Build membership and raise money for nonprofit groups in your community
  • Earn leadership opportunities, supervising and managing staff in the field
  • Gain the experience and connections needed to launch your career in nonprofit and policy work

We are looking for:

  • We are seeking hard-working individuals with good communication skills and a passion for social change. We are hiring full-time staff only.

How to apply:

If you are a college graduate, we are also hiring for career positions. To learn more and apply online, visit .

Jobs Available in Multiple Locations!

Portland, ME Boston, MA Amherst, MA New Brunswick, NJ Philadelphia, PA, Washington, DC Chapel Hill, NC,* Ann Arbor, MI Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, Denver, CO Seattle, WA Portland, OR Eugene, OR Oakland, CA Santa Cruz, CA Santa Barbara, CA San Diego, CA*

Benefits*:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Commuter benefit program
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off
  • Excellent training program
  • Opportunities for advancement

*Eligibility for benefits depends on your position, location, duration of employment, and other factors.

Pay:

Canvassing staff earn a base pay of $18.00 per hour, plus can earn 20% of what they raise over our minimum fundraising standard, giving staff the opportunity to earn more than $20 per hour. Staff never earn less than minimum wage for the hours that they work. Depending on performance and location, canvassers earn an average of between $18 to $24 per hour.

The Fund for the Public Interest is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Santa Barbara, CA 93121 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24

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