2026 Arlie Schardt Climate, Energy and Oceans Fellow

Friends of the Earth US is a hard-hitting, progressive, environmental organization that pulls no punches and speaks sometimes uncomfortable truth to power. It’s an approach that has worked for five decades to produce important victories that help protect our planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth International, the world’s largest federation of grassroots environmental groups, working in more than 70 countries on today’s most urgent environmental and social issues.

Duration: 6 months, full‑time (37.5 hours/week) Location: Remote, with in‑person components (Washington, DC base) Focus Area: Oceans Justice — research, advocacy, coalition‑building, and communications around shipping emissions, sea‑level rise, and climate impacts on vulnerable communities. Responsibilities:

• Research and analysis on oceans justice and shipping emissions
• Writing and communications materials (policy briefs, advocacy outputs)
• Coalition‑building and webinar coordination for NGOs and civil society
• Participation in IMO (International Maritime Organization) advocacy processes Professional Development: Networking, career pathways, and mentorship within FOE’s Programs Department.

• At least 18 years old
• Legal right to work in the U.S.
• Commitment to environmental and social justice
• Ability to work full‑time (37.5 hours/week)
• Strong motivation, initiative, and teamwork skills
• Microsoft Office + Google Suite proficiency
• Prior experience in nonprofits, advocacy, or campaigns is a plu