Work with Appalachian Voices
Appalachian Voices is a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to achieve an Appalachia with healthy, intact ecosystems and advance a just transition to a generative and equitable clean energy economy. We currently have over 40 staff members across the region, with offices located in Boone, N.C., Charlottesville, Virginia, and Norton, Virgina.
In addition to part-time and full-time employment opportunities, Appalachian Voices also offers paid internships for college credit and/or for those seeking additional experience in nonprofit work. Internship positions are posted as they become available throughout the year. Visit our internships page to learn more about our overall program, or view open positions below.
How to Apply
To learn more and/or to apply to an open position with Appalachian Voices, click on the position title to be redirected to the applicant portal. Please note that Appalachian Voices participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Special Posting: Energy Communities VISTA: Solar Projects Coordinator
Appalachian Voices is working with Energy Communities AmeriCorps VISTA to secure a 1-year, full-time Solar Project Coordinator that starts in November 2024 and ends in November 2025, with opportunities for extension for up to three years. The position will be based in our Norton, Va., office and will serve with the Southwest Virginia Solar Workgroup and Appalachian Voices on our solar and energy efficiency work, including community outreach, educational material development, event planning, and more.
Commitment to equity
Appalachian Voices is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion both in our work and in our organizational structure. We seek applicants who share and exhibit these principles. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
We understand people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. We encourage candidates to review position details and responsibilities listed. If you have the transferable skills necessary to fulfill many of the requirements of our roles, we encourage you to apply.