What are the responsibilities and job description for the Canvasser - Environmental Campaign position at New York Public Interest Research Group?
Get paid to make a difference!
New York Public Interest Research Group Fund (NYPIRG), the leading environmental organization in New York, is hiring passionate and motivated activists for a statewide campaign to protect the environment and public health by fighting against global warming and climate change.
Climate change is the most urgent issue of our time. Our 2026 campaign will prioritize holding big polluters accountable for the damages they’ve caused to our environment, climate and public health, as we move towards a fossil-free future.
- Earn $16.25 per hour
- Additional performance-based bonuses
- Rapid advancement opportunities for qualified individuals.
- Full-time hours: 2:00pm to 10:00pm, Monday - Friday
- Benefits include health coverage and paid vacation after 90 days.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Energetic and ready to help grow a grassroots movement and stop climate change
- Desire to educate and engage citizens on campaigns like holding big polluters accountable
- Good communication skills
- Strong concern for environmental and social justice issues
- Prior campaign experience a plus
About NYPIRG:
The New York Public Interest Research Group Fund is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that advances important public interest issues through sophisticated grassroots organizing and advocacy, public education, and media exposure. Since 1976, NYPIRG has played a key role in fighting for more than 150 laws and executive orders that protect the environment and public health, safeguard consumers, improve public transportation, and foster open responsive government.
To apply, visit nypirg.org/outreach OR call (518) 436-0876, then select option 5
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Commission pay
- Hourly pay
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16