The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) is on the hunt for a dynamic Policy Associate to join our team and help lead the charge for clean air, energy justice, and a sustainable future. As part of our growing team, you’ll build relationships with communities of color, tribal groups, elected officials, and regulators to push for change and fight for what’s right!
This will be a hybrid-remote role with instate travel expected to communities in West Michigan and to the capital in Lansing. Travel to the Detroit office would be on an as-needed basis. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required but MEJC will reimburse mileage.
What you’ll do
As a Policy Associate at MEJC, you’ll be at the forefront of policy advocacy, working to advance Environmental Justice priorities across Michigan. You’ll build and strengthen relationships with community leaders, elected officials, and allies while empowering communities to push for policies that tackle environmental racism and climate injustice. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a more equitable future, advocating for clean air, renewable energy, and policies that prioritize the most vulnerable communities. Day to day, you’ll:
What you need to thrive in this role
About us
The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) is a statewide coalition working to achieve a clean, healthy, and safe environment for Michigan’s most vulnerable residents. the Jemez and EJ Principles through popular education, grassroots policy advocacy, and organizing our communities for systems change. MEJC convened in 2011 to grow the Environmental Justice movement in Michigan. We lead campaigns to fight for Energy Justice and Clean Air as well as engage in federal and state policy. MEJC hopes to define an ambitious Environmental Justice agenda for Michigan that centers Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities and is free of fossil fuels and false solutions.
What we offer you
I’m interested, how do I get started?
To apply, please submit the following items to the MEJC jobs portal. Hybrid position: The candidate must live in Michigan or be willing to relocate within 3 months.
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