Climate Corps Fellowship

The Climate Corps Fellowship at SEI offers emerging professionals the chance to work on projects addressing climate change while gaining paid experience and professional development. This full-time, 10-month program includes diverse opportunities in sustainability across various fields. Positions may be hybrid, onsite, or remote, and fellows receive a stipend, health coverage, and training. The next cohort starts on June 2, 2025, and applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of qualifications.
Launch your Sustainability Career with the Climate Corps Fellowship program!

SEI’s Climate Corps Fellowship program offers emerging professionals the opportunity to lead meaningful projects that address climate change and build community resilience all while gaining paid, hands-on experience and professional development. This full-time, bridge-to-career opportunity pairs emerging leaders with host organizations that range from local governments and nonprofits to for-profit businesses, where fellows lead impactful projects that drive real-world change.

The Impact You’ll Make

The Climate Corps program offers diverse Fellowship opportunities across various fields, including energy, education, building performance, strategic energy management, sustainability consulting, project management, marketing and communications, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and transportation. These 10-month fellowship opportunities provide hands-on experience and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the sustainability field.

Our Fellowship opportunities are available in California, Washington, and across the United States. Depending on the role, positions may be hybrid, onsite, or remote. We offer four cohort cycles per year, and we are currently hiring for the next cycle beginning on June 2, 2025.

Qualifications
• A college degree is preferred but not required.
• Coursework or related experience in environmental fields (e.g., internships, volunteer work) is preferred.
• A demonstrated commitment to addressing racism and advancing racial equity, both within team dynamics and programmatically.
• Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship (SEI is unable to sponsor visas).
• May require occasional moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one worksite to another, or adjusting or moving objects under 25-50 pounds in all directions.
• Further Requirements are posted per position opening.

Additional or alternate qualifications may apply based on specific openings—please refer to individual postings for details.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if they don’t meet every listed qualification. We value diverse perspectives and believe that unique backgrounds can strengthen and enhance the fellowship.

Fellowship Benefits
• A monthly living wage stipend, starting at $3150/month
• $1,000 end-of-program financial award
• Health care coverage with 100% of health care insurance premiums covered by the employer.
• Generous allotment of paid time for Vacation, Sick time, and Holidays.
• Access to a national Member Assistance Program, which includes financial and legal assistance, medical advocacy, and counseling services
• Extensive professional and personal development training including:
• Career-readiness training in interview preparation, salary negotiation, and developing a professional resume and cover letter
• Attending panels, workshops, and presentations by climate resilience industry professionals
• Professional networking opportunities
• University of California Climate Stewards Certification - a prestigious certification through the University of California School of Agriculture and Natural Resources. This acclaimed UC California Naturalist Program prepares UC Climate Stewards to engage in and lead local solutions to advance community and ecosystem resilience.

Join the Climate Corps Movement

Climate Corps, a program of SEI, is an award-winning fellowship designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in sustainability and climate action. Our fellows work on cutting-edge sustainability and resiliency projects with local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, building essential skills and creating real-world impact. Since 2010, Climate Corps has empowered over 800 Fellows to work with 500+ partners on 1,350 transformative projects. With nearly 99% of Fellows continuing careers in sustainability—many hired by their host organizations—you could be the next environmental leader shaping a better future!

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

We seek candidates who share SEI’s commitment to equity and environmental justice, and who share a commitment to work and learn within an anti-oppression framework. Persons of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. SEI is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities thrive. We strive to reflect diverse communities, especially those most impacted by climate change and other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustices.

How To Apply

By applying to the Climate Corps Fellowship, you'll automatically be considered for all relevant positions. Apply only once to the position in your geographic region that best matches your background.