When consumers are cheated, or their natural environment is threatened, or the voices of ordinary citizens are drowned out by special interest lobbyists, the state PIRGs speak up and take action. Positions are available throughout the U.S. for Campus Organizers and Public Interest Fellows. Corps members are proven leaders on their college campuses and in the communities where they serve. After their two-year teaching commitment, alumni continue applying their exceptional talent and experience inside and outside the classroom. No educational coursework required.
Positions are full-time and paid.
Opportunities are available in their legal department with housing discrimination investigations. Listed below are agencies who are unable to attend the Nonprofit Fair but have expressed interest in hearing from students. The American Civil Liberties Union is the nation's foremost advocate of individual rights, equal justice, and leading guardian against unwarranted government interference and abuse. Since 1920, the mission of the ACLU has been to preserve the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Internships are available in the Public Policy department.