Climate Outreach Fellow

CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS

Climate Outreach Fellow at San Francisco Environment

Location: San Francisco, California

Number of Positions Available: 4

Time Commitment: September 21, 2026 - August 13, 2027

This is a full-time, 11-month, 1700-hour program from September 21, 2026 - August 13, 2027. Fellows in this position commit to a 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, approximately 9AM - 5PM, with occasional evening and weekend commitments based on project needs. 170-340 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 Fellowship, students enrolled in undergraduate courses between Sep 21, 2026 - Aug 13, 2027 will not be eligible to participate in the California Climate Action Corps Fellowship.

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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 2026-27 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—with 170-340 dedicated hours for professional development and training, providing 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.

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Applications are accepted May 1 - July 31, 2026, with priority consideration given to applicants who apply and undergo a CCAC info session before June 19.

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Program Benefits

Engage with a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to supporting professional development and tailoring projects to align with your interests and goals. Fellows will gain hands-on experience in youth environmental education and engagement, build connections through networking opportunities with SF Environment staff and partners, and collaborate within a leading city department at the forefront of global climate policy. Other benefits include:

• Receive a $35,250 stipend (before taxes) distributed evenly over the 11-month service term
• Receive $10,000 in education awards (before taxes and upon completion of 1700 hours)
• Participation in 170-340 hours of training and professional development
• Receive $300 in professional development funds
• 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

Climate Outreach Fellows at the San Francisco Environment Department play a key role in advancing waste reduction, edible food recovery, and urban greening through community-driven climate action. Fellows support the implementation of San Francisco’s zero-waste and environmental justice initiatives by conducting outreach to food-generating businesses on compliant donation practices, strengthening connections with food recovery organizations, and expanding participation in edible food rescue efforts. Fellows also help scale the City’s native habitat and biodiversity efforts by strengthening partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, nurseries, and small businesses to expand access to drought-tolerant native plants. Through the Grow the Wild campaign, Tend the Wild programming, and climate ambassador training, Fellows mobilize volunteers to harvest local seeds, utilize the SF Plant Finder app, plant and steward native trees and plants, and activate community participation through the Share the Wild map. Fellows co-create culturally responsive, multilingual educational materials and campaign messaging for urban greening and edible food recovery, supporting neighborhood-scale habitat creation and community climate resilience. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate city-led events and volunteer engagement efforts to expand participation in edible food recovery and native habitat restoration across San Francisco
• Conduct outreach to food-generating businesses to support SB 1383 compliance and strengthen connections with food recovery organizations
• Expand neighborhood-scale urban greening by planting 500 native plants and supporting habitat restoration efforts, including installations on Yerba Buena Island
• Develop and circulate culturally relevant flyers, social media content, and campaign materials supporting edible food recovery and the Grow the Wild initiative
• Train volunteers as Climate Ambassadors to harvest local seeds, use SF Plant Finder, promote native plantings, and activate community engagement through the Share the Wild map
• Co-create a community-led messaging strategy for climate resilience, urban greening, and edible food recovery in San Francisco—developing culturally responsive flyers, social media content, and “Grow the Wild” campaign materials
• Track program data and analyze results to quantify climate impact

Minimum Program Eligibility Requirements

• Live in California by August 14, 2026
• Be at least 18 years of age by August 14, 2026
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be a US Citizen, US National, or lawful US resident to participate

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, and experience in community outreach, composting, diverse outdoor conditions (rain, wind, heat, steep or uneven terrain), edible food recovery, engaging with K-12 students, environmental education, environmental justice/equity, event coordination & planning, GIS/mapping, habitat restoration, marketing & social media, native plant management, project management, public speaking/facilitation, and volunteer management & engagement Fluency in Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, or Vietnamese 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 San Francisco Environment Department:

The San Francisco Environment Department advances climate protection and enhances the quality of life for all San Franciscans. SF Environment is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040 while it advancing racial and social equity, health and resilience, and economic and social justice. We've developed and delivered an equity-centered San Francisco Climate Action Plan, comprising world-class policies and strategies created through cross-agency collaboration and deep community engagement to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions in San Francisco. We measure, monitor, and communicate our progress and best practices, and share with the world what is possible. More info: sfenvironment.org

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Apply Today!

Applications are accepted May 1 - July 31, 2026, with priority consideration given to applicants who apply and undergo a CCAC info session before June 19. Interviews will take place May-Aug, with all positions filled by September 4, 2026. 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. Applicants can select up to 5 preferred positions within the California Climate Action Corps Fellowship application.