Sustainability Service Corps Fellow (AmeriCorps)
Bay Area Community Resources
- San Francisco, CA
- $31,228 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Complete projects related to resource waste reduction, community engagement and outreach, and K-12 education with a government agency, nonprofit, or school.
- Support the organization’s climate action initiatives by creating deliverables such as Climate Action Plans, conducting waste and energy audits, developing outreach materials, research reports, and environmental curriculums.
- Deliver information about climate and environment to an audience that includes homeowners, facilities managers, jurisdictions, community members, students, and families.
- Encourage the audience to change their behaviors and act in ways that are more sustainable for the environment and their communities.
- Passion for community-oriented climate change solutions and interest in launching a career in sustainability
- Experience with, or training in, climate science, sustainability, environmental justice, education, community outreach, and project management
- Past service experience (e.g., volunteering, community service, etc.)
- Associates degree or above AND/OR relevant experience
- Being local to the community where you will serve
- Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States*
- Ability to pass FBI, CA Department of Justice, out-of-state (if applicable), and National Sex Offender Public Registry background checks prior to service
- At least 17 years of age and in possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Test negatively for tuberculosis if working with minors
- Be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing
- Live in the state of California
- Commitment to the full term of service (1700+ hours and 11 months for full-time term)
- Capability to work in a professional office or field setting
- Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork skills
- $31,228 living allowance stipend (pre-tax) spread evenly over your program term and distributed every two weeks
- $10,000 combined Segal Education Award and California For All Education Award (upon completion of the 11-month term of service)
- Free healthcare benefits (includes medical, dental, and mental health)
- Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and payment of interest accrued during service.
- Childcare assistance from AmeriCorps paid to an eligible provider of your choice (for those eligible)
- Receive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)
- Gain Experience, Skills, and Professional Development
- Earn a certification from the
- Attend workshops and field trips highlighting prominent sustainability leaders and community solutions
- Receive a personal budget from SSC for individual professional development
- Network development and career planning for life after AmeriCorps
- Personalized mentorship and support from your SSC advisor
- Project supervision and coaching from your on-site supervisor
- Develop professional skills and build a foundation for a career in climate leadership
- Join a cohort of 45 emerging climate protection leaders who share a mission to make the world a better place