SolarCorps Workforce Development Fellow (Stipend)
About The Position
GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice! Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone. Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy. The SolarCorps Fellowship Program is part of the AmeriCorps network of programs. GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States.
- Must be 18 years or older
- 11-month commitment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to represent GRID Alternatives positively
- Comfortable being part of a team
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills
- Interest and enthusiasm for renewable energy, community development, and helping families and communities in need.
- Availability for an in-person Mid-Year weeklong Career Readiness Retreat in California
Nice To Haves
- Clean, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Strong computer skills
Responsibilities
- Assist in teaching employment readiness workshops
- Attend local events to promote community awareness of GRID’s training programs
- Assist in recruiting and selecting trainees, and follow up if needed
- Support employer engagement events such as hiring events, job fairs, and panels
- Support in the creation and documentation of required program documents
- Support in tracking trainee and employer data
Benefits
- Stipend pay of $40,800 over 11 months
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship
- 10 days of personal time off
- 13 holidays observed by GRID
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
- Childcare Assistance if Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
