Climate Action Fellow

CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS

Climate Action Fellow at L.A. Works

Location: Los Angeles, California

Number of Positions Available: 3

Time Commitment: September 15, 2025 - August 14, 2026

This is a full-time, 11-month, 1700-hour program from September 15, 2025 - August 14, 2026. Fellows commit to a 40-hour work week, typically Monday - Friday, approximately 9am - 5:30pm, with occasional evening and weekend commitments based on project needs. 175+ of these hours are dedicated to professional development.  This is a hybrid position, onsite 2 days per week.

**Please note: Due to the full-time commitment of the Program, students enrolled in undergraduate courses between Sep 15, 2025 - Aug 14, 2026 will not be eligible to participate in the California Climate Action Corps Program.

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About the California Climate Action Corps Fellowship

The California Climate Action Corps has over 400 positions available across California for the 2025-26 CCAC Fellowship. This is a climate-focused, workforce development program for emerging climate and environmental leaders. These are paid, full-time fellowships—similar to internships—but with over 175 dedicated hours for professional development and training while receiving hands-on experience in the climate field.

CCAC Fellows are matched with organizations across California to mobilize communities to take direct climate action and lead projects focused on wildfire resiliency, urban greening, and organic waste diversion and edible food recovery.

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Applications are accepted May 1 - July  31, 2025, with priority consideration given to applicants who apply and undergo a CCAC info session before June 20, 2025.

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Program Benefits

Gain hands-on experience and professional skills that will set you up as a future leader in sustainability. In this hybrid role, you’ll typically meet in-person with our dynamic team twice a week—once for immersive training sessions and once to bring impactful volunteer events to life at sites across Los Angeles County. Throughout your service year, you'll develop real-world skills in areas like event production, project management, community outreach, volunteer coordination, and data reporting. Beyond just skills, you'll join a passionate, inclusive environment where creativity, teamwork, and growth thrive. Ready to make a difference, build your resume, and connect with change-makers? Start your climate leadership journey with L.A. Works – where impact meets opportunity. Other benefits include:

• Receive up to $35,00 stipend (before taxes) distributed evenly over the 11-month service term
• Earn up to $10,000 in education awards (before taxes and upon completion of 1700 hours)
• Participation in 175+ hours of training and professional development
• Receive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)
• Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and interest payments accrued during the service term*
• Minimum essential healthcare coverage
• Childcare assistance* (for those eligible)

Description of Duties

Join L.A. Works' Climate Action Program and become a force for change for Los Angeles! After the devastating January 2025 wildfires, your help is needed more than ever to rebuild and protect our communities! In 2025-26, we’re mobilizing 1,000+ volunteers in more than 30 signature projects and service events focused on helping neighborhoods hardest hit by the fires. As a Climate Action Fellow, you will spend the majority of your time as an event producer: forming partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and civic groups to plan impactful service events that unite and inspire the volunteers you help recruit to engage in meaningful climate solutions. You will see your efforts pay off as you execute each event and help restore green spaces, rebuild community gardens, and make these areas stronger against future wildfires. Urban greening and wildfire mitigation aren’t just buzzwords – they’re tools for resilience, and you’ll be leading the charge. Step up, make an impact, and be part of Los Angeles' recovery story with L.A. Works! Duties include but are not limited to:

• Build relationships with nonprofits, schools, and community groups through outreach to bring climate action signature projects and events to life
• Engage volunteers from diverse communities, including racial minorities, immigrants, and low-income residents, creating an inclusive movement for change
• Create climate action education materials that inform and empower volunteers by showing how local climate action projects fit into global climate solutions
• Lead event logistics including project planning, supply prep, volunteer coordination, and transportation—because impactful events don’t just happen; they’re made by you
• Collect feedback through pre- and post-event surveys to improve events and prove the power of our collaborative efforts
• Track program data and analyze results to quantify climate impact

Minimum Program Eligibility Requirements

• Live in California by August 15, 2025
• Be at least 18 years of age by August 15, 2025
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be a US Citizen, US National, or lawful US resident to participate

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Community Outreach, Environmental Education, Event Coordination & Planning, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite and Teams, Project Management, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, Volunteer Management & Engagement, the Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, Access to a reliable vehicle, and Must possess a valid driver's license. Fluency in Spanish is a plus. Other valuable contributions include:

• An interest in climate change mitigation, volunteerism, or public service
• Experience with outreach, education, training, or community behavior change
• Fundamental understanding of climate change science, environmental policies in California, and/or environmental priorities
• Excellent organizational, writing, interpersonal, and speaking skills

About L.A. Works

Since 1991, L.A. Works has harnessed volunteer power to unite Angelenos and inspire action for a more equitable Los Angeles. Our diverse programming is designed to create meaningful and lasting impact in addressing our mission to increase volunteer participation in the community; to build the capacity of nonprofit organizations to achieve their missions through access to volunteer labor and other resources; and to educate and encourage people to engage in the broader social issues affecting our community. We mobilize 25,000+ volunteers annually in support of hundreds of nonprofits, schools, and communities to address critical issues impacting the most vulnerable members. More info: laworks.com

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Apply Today!

Applications are accepted May 1 - July 31, 2025, with priority consideration given to applicants who apply and undergo a CCAC info session before June 20, 2025. Interviews will take place May - August, with all positions filled by September 2025. This is a competitive program and interviews are not guaranteed. CCAC is an equal opportunity Fellowship with a preference for candidates already living in the communities they will serve. Applications are for the California Climate Action Corps Program in general, but applicants can select up to 5 preferred organizations and positions within the application.

*Program structure, fellow benefits, and final participation are subject to approved grant award(s).