This edition of Jobs for a Livable Future highlights social impact and climate jobs across the United States, and includes a bonus list of fellowships and unique opportunities in climate. You'll find early, mid, and senior career roles at the intersection of communications, law, finance, risk, sustainability management, and more. If you're looking to land a job in climate, start here!
Early Career
Communications Associate, Fractured Atlas
Remote (USA) | $68,016/year | Apply by November 11, 2026
Create social media content, newsletters, and digital campaigns that connect independent artists with resources and funding.
Sustainable Finance Summer Fellowship, Morgan Stanley
New York, NY | $135,000/year annualized (10-week program) | Apply by November 13, 2026
Research sustainable finance trends and support investment analysis focused on environmental and social outcomes.
Social Media Content and Engagement Coordinator, Oregon Wild
Portland, Eugene, or Bend, OR (Hybrid) | $60,000–$65,000/year | Review begins November 13, 2026
Develop social media content and digital storytelling to engage communities in protecting Oregon’s forests and wildlife.
2027 Summer Law Clerk, Environmental Integrity Project
Remote (eligible states) or Washington, DC | $23/hour and/or academic credit
Support environmental litigation through legal research, permit analysis, and pollution investigations.
SciShow Resident, Complexly
Remote (eligible U.S. states) | $1,500/week | Apply by November 30, 2026
Research, write, and present accessible science education videos for online audiences.
Mid-Career
Communications Manager, Elemental Impact
San Francisco, New York City, or Honolulu (Hybrid preferred) | $98,200–$137,600/year
Manage storytelling, executive communications, and digital content highlighting climate technologies.
Finance Manager, Global Alliance for the Future of Food
Remote | $75,000–$80,000/year (4-day week) | Apply by November 16, 2026
Oversee budgeting, grant tracking, and financial planning for a philanthropic food systems alliance.
Chief of Staff, EQORE
Somerville, MA (On-site)
Partner with the CEO on fundraising, operations, and strategic projects at a distributed energy startup.
Climate Law Fellow (2027–2028), Sabin Center for Climate Change Law
New York, NY | $80,000–$95,000/year | Apply by January 15, 2027
Conduct climate law research and contribute to policy analysis, publications, and advocacy.
Senior Operations Manager, SPUN (Society for the Protection of Underground Networks)
New York, NY
Lead global operations, people systems, grants administration, compliance, and organizational sustainability to help scale the protection of underground fungal networks critical to Earth's climate and ecosystems.
Climate Risk Consultant, Waterplan
Remote (Worldwide)
Develop climate risk indicators, scenario analysis, and corporate disclosure frameworks to help businesses assess physical and transition climate risks, strengthen resilience, and meet sustainability reporting requirements.
Senior Career
Senior Communications Manager, Earth Island Institute
Berkeley, CA (Hybrid) | $120,863/year | Priority review November 8, 2026
Lead media relations and strategic communications for environmental advocacy and grassroots conservation.
Director of International Development, Rainmaker
Washington, DC (On-site, with travel) | $150,000–$175,000/year
Build international government partnerships, secure federal funding, and advance cloud-seeding technology to address global water scarcity and strengthen water security.
Director of Data & Impact Assessment, Carbon Yield
Remote US | $110,000–$130,000/year | Apply by November 6, 2026
Lead agricultural carbon modeling, greenhouse gas measurement, and impact assessment systems to quantify and scale regenerative agriculture and climate solutions.
Development Director, 1.5°Climate Donor Collaborative
Remote US | $120,000/year (full-time, 1099 contractor) | Rolling applications
Lead donor cultivation, fundraising strategy, and membership growth to mobilize philanthropic capital toward high-impact climate solutions.
Bonus! Super unique opportunities
Critical Ecology Field Academy, Critical Ecology Lab
Virtual (USA) + Bay Area intensive | Free; travel not covered | Apply by November 29
Join a 16-week incubator to strengthen an existing climate justice project through critical ecology and mentorship.
Fieldshaper Program, Elevate Philanthropy
Hybrid (London, NYC, San Francisco and travel) | $125,000 stipend | Apply by November 13
Develop strategic philanthropy skills through a year-long residency, mentorship, and grantmaking experience.
Ocean Futures Fellowship, OceanX / Institute of International Education (IIE)
Remote (Worldwide) | Monthly stipend (amount not listed) | Apply by November 17, 2026
Join a paid, 12-month fellowship in AI, immersive media, digital archives, marketing and communications, or partnerships to advance ocean science, conservation, and global ocean literacy.
Independent Consultant (Climate Strategy & Fundraising), Climate Connectors
Remote (Worldwide) | Hourly contract (rate negotiable)
Support climate, environmental, and agricultural organizations through funder research, philanthropic strategy, pitch development, and blended finance projects.
