Campaign Associate

Environment America is seeking a full-time Campaign Associate in Chicago, IL, to advocate against single-use plastics. This entry-level position involves building coalitions to support a statewide ban on harmful plastic products. The role does not require a degree and focuses on addressing the environmental impact of single-use plastics, which contribute to pollution and waste.
Environment America is hiring a Campaign Associate in Chicago, IL, to lead efforts against single-use plastics. This entry-level role involves building coalitions to support a statewide ban on harmful plastic products. The position is full-time and does not require a degree.
Environment Illinois Campaign Associate Chicago, Illinois Environment Illinois is seeking an entry-level Campaign Associate to help lead Illinois beyond plastics, starting by eliminating the worst types of plastic like single-use plastic packaging. We live in an economy that encourages us to buy, use, and throw away things at the greatest speed possible. But when it comes to waste like plastics, there is no “away.” Single-use plastics like cups, bags, and foam take-out containers that we use for only a few minutes will last in our environment for hundreds of years. This waste is filling our landfills, polluting our natural spaces and waterways, and harming wildlife. Last year, Environment Illinois led a coalition effort to ban polystyrene food containers in state facilities. Our Campaign Associate will build on that win to pass a full statewide ban. Key Responsibilities Build powerful coalitions: Reach out to a broad range of organizations across the political...