Each of us has a role to play in reducing the impacts of climate change. You can take meaningful action today to help build resilient communities across California.
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Are you ready to take climate action?
Are you ready to take climate action?
Want a chance to learn real-world climate action skills through hands-on community action projects to make a difference in your community and beyond? Are you interested in connecting people with volunteer opportunities, building community resilience, and getting compensated along the way?
You’re in the right place!
You’re in the right place!
To be considered for a CCAC Fellowship position, please review the information below and contact us with any questions.
Fellowship Application Process
Fellowship Application Process
Applications for the 2026 Winter Climate Action Corps are open November 12 — December 17, 2025
Applications for the 2026 Winter Climate Action Corps are open November 12 — December 17, 2025
Priority consideration will be given to applicants who complete an info session by December 3, 2025
Priority consideration will be given to applicants who complete an info session by December 3, 2025
Explore the Fellowship by attending a CCAC Info Session.
Explore the Fellowship by attending a CCAC Info Session.
These sessions provide valuable program insights and are required before your application can be shared with host partners.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Live in California by January 2, 2026
Be over the age of 18 by January 2, 2026
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be a US Citizen, US National, or lawful US resident to participate*
Commitment to the full term of service (1200+ hours over 7.5 months)
Capable of working an 8-hour workday, 5 days per week
Must not be enrolled in undergraduate courses between Jan 21, 2026 – Sep 11, 2026
Must have no criminal history of violent or sexual offenses**
*Please note that we are currently unable to accept applicants with student visas (e.g., F1 or F2 student visas, J1 or J2 exchange visitor visas, G series visas, etc.) or individuals with deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status. If offered a position within the program, all Fellows will be required to provide documentation as proof of US residency status.
**All Fellows will undergo criminal and sexual offender background checks
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