Volunteer with the Sierra Club here in New Jersey!
We have a place for you, no matter what you’re skills or interests! We’re always looking for people to help with conservation, organizing, and activism, as well as volunteers to lead outings and hikes. We need help with fundraising, writing and research. We can use energetic volunteers who want to learn about and work on issues from wind and solar power to land conservation, from clean air and water issues to transportation, green infrastructure, and more.
What’s your passion? Fill out 2026 Volunteer Interest Form to tell us what you're interested in and what you care about. Not sure what you want to do? That's OK! We'll work together to find a good fit for you. After you submit the form, you'll receive at least one of the following:
- an email to schedule a one-on-one conversation with a Chapter staff member or representative
- an invitation to join a group or committee meeting
Please fill out the questions in this form, and reach out to Maegan Kuhlmann, NJ Sierra Club Chapter Organizer, with any questions at maegan.kuhlmann@sierraclub.org or contact Chapter Chair Joe Testa chapter.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
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State-Level Opportunities:
Chapter Compliance Officer
Purpose of Position:
To serve as Election Law Compliance Officer to the Chapter or Group, advising those involved in the Chapter’s political program about how to conduct political activities to ensure compliance with the provisions of its own state and local election laws, as well as Sierra Club policies and restrictions.
For more information, please contact Joe Testa chapter.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
Chapter Vice Treasurer
Assist the Chapter Treasurer in tracking the chapter's grant funding and generate chapter accounting reports. Attend Sierra Club training sessions for chapter treasurers. Familiarity with NetSuite is desirable. For more information, please contact Joe Testa chapter.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
Chapter Legislative Committee member
Responsibilities
- Attend virtual monthly Chapter Legislative Committee (LegCom) meetings and vote on what the Sierra Club New Jersey Chapter’s position will be on various environmentally related legislation that has been introduced in the state legislature.
- Review various legislation that the Legislative Committee will consider before the respective LegCom meetings.
- Become familiar with website of New Jersey Office of Legislative Services (https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/office-of-legislative-services)
For more information, Please contact Bill Brazell legislative.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
Outings Leaders
Help us raise awareness of New Jersey's environmental issues by sharing its natural beauty. Plan and lead outings like hikes, nature walks, bird watching etc.—wherever you prefer.
Minimum Requirements for Sierra Club outdoor trip leaders:
- Sierra Club Membership and be at least 18 years old.
- Complete a basic (or more advanced) first aid class.
- Complete the Sierra Club Outing Leader Training 101 offered online.
- Possess skills appropriate for the activities of the trip
- Be assistant leader on a trip or two
Outing leaders are welcome across the state
To learn more please reach out to Taylor. taylor.mcfarland@sierraclub.org
Group Co-Chair for the Central Jersey Group (
As co-chairs are the official spokespeople for their groups, they must expect to be asked about a range of national, regional, and local issues, and should over time develop (with assistance from the Chapter Chair, the other Co-Chair, and others in the Group a working knowledge of Club policy on those issues (where there is an official Club position), as well as a general understanding of the issues.
Along with the other co-chair, the co-chair is responsible for:
The smooth functioning of the group in fulfilling the Club's overall conservation goals.
To maintain channels of communications within the organization so that ideas and resources are available when needed, the two co-chairs should:
- Delegate authority to assist in performing group functions.
- Identify the right person for a particular job and enlist his/her help.
- Follow up to see that the jobs are done adequately.
Individuals interested in learning more about this volunteer opportunity should contact NJ Chapter Chair Joe Testa chapter.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
Student Action Committee – The Student Action Committee's Chair and Refounder is Olivia Xu, and it was previously known as the Youth Committee. The committee consists of approximately 25 dedicated high school students from across the state, including Tanush Siva, Alex Chia, Shriyaa Madineni, Sophie Sun, and others, who work on various projects. They are actively working on proposing a composting program to Monroe Township, pushing West Windsor-Plainsboro to adopt electric school buses, and in the meantime, hosting tables, including a thrift store, at local farmers' markets to fundraise for endorsed candidate Mikie Sherrill. The committee actively writes on various subjects, including emails to legislators regarding the Green Amendment and artificial turf, as well as articles on plastics, and engages in phone banking for the Green Amendment.
They are always actively looking for guidance, opportunities, and ideas to boost youth involvement in policy to drive generational progress for a sustainable future! If you are interested and are a college student or high school student, please feel free to contact Olivia or Committee Secretary Alex Chia at njsierrayouth@newjersey.sierraclub.com if you have any questions! You can find us on Instagram @sierraclubstudentaction.
.Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) Leaders - ICO is dedicated to providing safe and fun wilderness trips for children and teenagers with limited access to the outdoors. We’re looking for volunteer leaders who will help us to facilitate, lead, and promote events that will educate and foster a love of nature and the outdoors for youth in New Jersey who may not otherwise have the opportunity or the means. The program works to reduce barriers by providing gear, transportation, trip fees, and leaders to create opportunities to explore, enjoy, and advocate for nature. These activities include day hikes, backpacking, camping, kayaking, and educational programs. Visit the NJ Chapter ICO page. To volunteer, contact Oscar Nazar, chair.njico.sierraclub@gmail.com.
Marketing and Ad Sales –The Jersey Sierran, our quarterly newsletter, is looking for a volunteer with marketing expertise to help us sell ads in the newsletter. Developing a stream of ad revenue is essential to support Club activities and offset the cost of producing the newsletter. Your involvement will help achieve critical goals for a sustainable and better-quality way of life in New Jersey. If you’re willing to help, please contact Tony Hagen, editor@newjersey.sierraclub.org.
Legal Research – As the Chapter is very much involved in advocacy, including the implementation of New Jersey’s laws, rules and regulations, as well as work on both proposed and introduced legislative bills, it needs an individual to help with legal research and interpretation of New Jersey’s environmental statutes and the Administrative Code. If you’re interested to learn more, please contact Joe Testa chapter.chair@newjersey.sierraclub.org
Environmental and Social Justice Committee – We are working to promote social, racial and economic justice for impoverished and overburdened communities throughout New Jersey. To do so, we are building working relationships with other community leaders and grassroots organizations and collaborate on our ideals, knowledge, expertise, resources and collective opportunities. Join us as we work to support these communities in their efforts to achieve equality and equity so they can live in an environment free from environmental racism, social injustice, climate injustice, economic injustice and discrimination. Read more about our work. To join us, please contact Renée Pollard, rpollard16@comcast.net.
Opportunities with Local Groups/Sections
To find out about volunteer opportunities in our Local Groups and Sections, contact your local group directly, see the listing of Volunteer Opportunities in the sidebar of this page, visit the Sierra Club's Volunteer Connection page, or see the most recent issue of The Jersey Sierran.