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Right now, natural gas companies are beginning to use a dangerous new mining process called deep well hydro-fracking here in Michigan. This process involves drilling 2 miles underground, and injecting millions of gallons of water and hundreds of toxic chemicals in order to obtain natural gas. In other states, we’ve seen hydro-fracking directly linked with drinking water contamination. We don’t want that same contamination in our water, or the Great Lakes! That’s why Clean Water Action is fighting for a moratorium on new hydro-fracking permits here in Michigan. Join the fight today!

Clean Water Action is an organization with over 255,000 members in Michigan working to empower people to take action to protect America's waters, build healthy communities and to make democracy work for all of us. For 40 years Clean Water Action has succeeded in winning some of the nation's most important environmental protections through grassroots organizing, expert policy research and political advocacy focused on holding elected officials accountable to the public.

As part of our staff, you would organize communities around environmental issues. Responsibilities include one-on-one communication, fundraising, dispersing information, and good record keeping.

We are currently seeking students to work with us full or part time for the winter semester or longer term. Hours are at least 3 days a week (between Monday and Friday), from 2pm to 10:30pm. There are opportunities available for internships for class credit or experience/resume building as well, starting as soon as possible.

Responsibilities of internships include:
- Identifying voters and volunteers who will work with us to hold politicians accountable for their votes on environmental and health related issues
- Ensuring, by grassroots organizing, that communities are made aware of these issues
- Plan and participate in press conferences, lobby days, and other events.

From this opportunity, you will receive extensive training on environmental issues including regular seminars, training in the legislative process and the political arena, and you will develop strong communication and organizational skills. You will be working as part of a highly motivated and dedicated team who are interested in your personal development. There are also opportunities for future permanent positions and career development, along with opportunities for travel to other offices across the country.
The hours for the work are from 2pm to 10:30pm, Monday through Friday, or at least 3 days a week between Monday and Friday. Pay for full time is $375+ per week. We are hiring for part-time student positions for the fall semester or long term work. We provide benefits, travel opportunities, and the potential for growth within the organization.