Join the UE Staff

UE is militant, member-run union that stands for worker unity, international solidarity and the political independence of the working class. The first union chartered by the CIO in 1936, UE has expanded from the electrical industry to represent workers in a variety of economic sectors.

UE staff work at the direction of the elected leadership to carry out the programs and policies decided upon by our members.

We seek to recruit people with a working-class viewpoint, a drive to fight the boss and win, and a desire to build a better world.

Project Staff for Higher Education

Location: 
Chicago, IL

UE seeks applicants for a Project Staff position involving supporting an ongoing organizing campaign, developing workplace leadership, and participating in organizing new units in Higher Education and a variety of other industries. Under direction of an experienced lead organizer or staff coordinator, the successful applicant will find work on organizing campaigns, as well as work towards securing first contracts in newly organized workplaces. 

Responsibilities:

Field Organizer for Higher Education

Location: 
Stanford, CA

UE seeks a union representative to join our national staff for a higher education organizing assignment. The position involves organizing new workplaces and developing workplace leadership. Under direction of an experienced lead organizer or staff coordinator, the successful applicant will find work on organizing campaigns, as well as work towards securing first contracts in newly organized workplaces.