Environment Illinois Campaign Associate

Environment Illinois Campaign Associate Department: State Employment Type: Full Time Location: Chicago, IL Compensation: $38,250 / year Description Environment Illinois is seeking an entry-level campaign associate to help lead campaigns to protect pollinators and other wildlife. Illinois is home to a diverse range of wildlife and habitats but sadly, many of these species and habitats are in danger of disappearing. Bees are nature’s best pollinators, buzzing from home gardens to wild meadows to the fields that grow America’s food. But bee populations are plummeting. The rusty patched bumblebee has disappeared across nearly 90% of its range and is listed as a state endangered species in Illinois. Key Responsibilities Our Campaign Associate will work to help advance solutions in Illinois that protect wildlife including pollinators. This position requires exercising discretion and independent judgment in making decisions in matters of significance. Build powerful coalitions: Reach out to a broad range of organizations across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for our campaign goals. Earn traditional media and social media attention: Organize news conferences and write opinion pieces. Build a following on social media for your campaign. Organize events and work with volunteers: Organize webinars, community events and public meetings. Recruit organizations and members of the public to attend and participate. Lobby elected officials: Meet with decision makers - from city council members to state legislators - to make the case for our campaign goals. When a critical vote is happening on your campaign, work to demonstrate the support you’ve been building on the ground to help line up the votes needed to win. Research and write persuasive campaign materials: Catalog and analyze data relevant to the issue and our policy proposals to help influence public debate and earn media attention for our cause. Recruit new people to your team: Help build your team by recruiting volunteers, interns and full‑time staff. Run a grassroots campaign office each summer: Run a campaign office for the summer, knocking on doors to raise money to support our campaigns, build our organization and membership, and help build critical and timely grassroots support to win key campaigns. Your responsibilities will include meeting your own fundraising goals and managing a team of paid staff. You may be assigned to a different office location for the summer and should be flexible to move. Qualifications Entry‑level candidates are encouraged to apply. Though we expect you to take your campaign and run with it, we provide training on advocacy and organizing skills, as well as oversight by an experienced advocate. Ideal candidates will have: Passion for the environment and using the power of grassroots organizing to win campaigns Leadership experience Top‑note writing and public speaking skills Good listening skills An eagerness to learn Organizing experience, including building campus or community groups Details Compensation and Benefits The target annual compensation for this entry‑level position is $38,250‑$39,500. Environment Illinois offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, time off, a commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long‑term disability insurance, and may include needs‑based student loan assistance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement. Location: Chicago, IL We are accepting applications on a rolling basis for a summer or fall 2026 start timeline. Why work with Environment Illinois? Check out 10 reasons: Our Mission and Values Environment Illinois and Environment America are part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit for things you should know about our network when you apply. Environment Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Public Interest Network