Climate Action Fellow

CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS

Climate Action Fellow at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District

Location: Dublin, California & Hayward, 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 8:30am - 5pm, 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 4 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

Welcome to the vibrant campuses of Chabot and Las Positas Colleges, where Climate Action Fellows will be immersed in a collaborative culture that values both teamwork and independent initiative. With guidance from passionate and dedicated faculty, gain hands-on experience in co-developing curriculum and delivering impactful climate education across campus and community settings. Opportunities to connect with Student Life, Student Government, and campus clubs will empower Fellows to lead climate action projects and engage diverse volunteers through in-person, virtual, and hyflex formats. Along the way, build a lasting professional network of local government, community-based organizations, and faculty and students from over 150 academic and career programs. Other benefits include:

• Receive up to $35,000 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

Chabot and Las Positas Colleges are launching a bold and transformative Zero Waste Initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, divert at least 75% of waste from landfills, and deepen climate engagement across their vibrant and diverse campuses. As a Climate Action Fellow, you will play a vital role in advancing this mission by leading student and volunteer engagement, co-developing climate education, building partnerships that enhance food recovery and redistribution, and promoting sustainable behaviors rooted in equity and environmental justice. With direct access to dedicated faculty mentors and passionate student leaders, you’ll help embed sustainability into every layer of college life—from campus gardens and classrooms to digital campaigns and community coalitions. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Mobilize student volunteers for climate action projects such as tree planting, invasive species removal, and composting, creating inclusive opportunities for hands-on learning and leadership
• Lead interactive outreach and education campaigns to promote waste reduction, organics composting, and sustainable practices through engaging workshops and materials
• Cultivate strategic relationships with local organizations to support food rescue efforts, expand community impact, and amplify social and environmental justice
• Coordinate organics composting systems on both campuses, enabling the monthly diversion of over 1,000 gallons of food waste and supporting urban greening
• Champion sustainability practices by participating in shared governance committees and collaborating with student clubs to drive lasting cultural change on campus
• 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/Skills

Experience in Community Outreach, Composting, Data/Quantitative Analysis, Edible Food Recovery, Environmental Education, Environmental Justice/Equity, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite and Teams, Technical Writing, 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 Chabot-Las Positas Community College District

Founded in 1961, Chabot-Las Positas Community College District (CLPCCD) serves 29,000 students annually, in the San Francisco East Bay Area, particularly southern Alameda County, through its 2 colleges: Chabot College in Hayward and Las Positas College in Livermore. CLPCCD is governed by a 7-member board of trustees responsible for all policy decisions. Their mission is to offer innovative educational opportunity and support services to prepare students to succeed in a diverse global society by challenging them to think critically, to engage socially, and to acquire workplace knowledge and educational skills. More info: clpccd.org

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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).