Green Corps
Overview
This is a one-year, paid training program by Green Corps that prepares individuals for environmental organizing. The program includes classroom instruction and field experience to launch a career in environmental organizing and to make an immediate impact on important environmental issues. Program Description and Key Responsibilities
Receive eight weeks of classroom training to learn the theory and skills of environmental organizing, including recruiting and training volunteers, developing strategic campaigns, organizing events, gaining media coverage, and more. Run three to five campaigns throughout the year on a range of issues in multiple locations across the United States. Campaigns may include work in Raleigh, NC on plastic pollution, Pueblo, CO on clean energy, and Chicago on wetlands protection, with possibilities to organize on college campuses, in communities, or in neighborhoods to fundraise and build support. Run a grassroots canvass office for the final campaign of the year, including hiring and managing canvass staff, educating the public, building support, signing up members, and fundraising for environmental and public interest organizations. Gain the skills and experiences needed to launch your organizing career. After completing the year, graduates are connected with organizing jobs in environmental and social change movements, with many finding professional positions immediately. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in matters of significance as part of the role. Qualifications
A passion for protecting the environment and a commitment to dedicating your career to environmental work Strong communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and working with others one-on-one and in groups Leadership experience on campus or in the community Strong work ethic and dedication to goals, with flexibility to adapt plans when campaigns change Willingness to dedicate a year to learning how to be an organizer, including working on multiple campaigns with different partners and in different locations Compensation and Benefits
For positions starting in August 2026, the target annual compensation is $39,500 (range $39,500 to $43,347 depending on location). Green Corps offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, paid sick time (60-80 hours/year depending on location), vacation time (10 days accrued in year 1), a commuter benefit program, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. There are additional short-term campaign and training opportunities and potential for advancement. Compensation and benefits vary for short-term campaign positions. Start Date and Location
The next Green Corps Organizer class starts in August 2026. Short-term opportunities may be available starting January and August 2026. Organizers may work on campaigns across the country; location preferences are considered, but organizers must be geographically flexible. Apply
Apply online here. Why work with Green Corps?
Learn more at 10 reasons: https://www.greencorps.org/programs About Green Corps
Green Corps trains organizers, provides field support for today’s environmental campaigns, and graduates activists with the skills and commitment to fight and win tomorrow’s environmental battles. With over 400 graduates, Green Corps has been a respected training program for over 30 years. Our Mission and Values
Green Corps is part of The Public Interest Network, supporting organizations with a shared vision of a better world and strategic social change. Learn more at https://www.greencorps.org/core-values. Note: Do not use AI to draft your cover letter or responses to application questions. We want to know how you think and write. Green Corps is an equal opportunity employer. Green Corps will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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This is a one-year, paid training program by Green Corps that prepares individuals for environmental organizing. The program includes classroom instruction and field experience to launch a career in environmental organizing and to make an immediate impact on important environmental issues. Program Description and Key Responsibilities
Receive eight weeks of classroom training to learn the theory and skills of environmental organizing, including recruiting and training volunteers, developing strategic campaigns, organizing events, gaining media coverage, and more. Run three to five campaigns throughout the year on a range of issues in multiple locations across the United States. Campaigns may include work in Raleigh, NC on plastic pollution, Pueblo, CO on clean energy, and Chicago on wetlands protection, with possibilities to organize on college campuses, in communities, or in neighborhoods to fundraise and build support. Run a grassroots canvass office for the final campaign of the year, including hiring and managing canvass staff, educating the public, building support, signing up members, and fundraising for environmental and public interest organizations. Gain the skills and experiences needed to launch your organizing career. After completing the year, graduates are connected with organizing jobs in environmental and social change movements, with many finding professional positions immediately. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in matters of significance as part of the role. Qualifications
A passion for protecting the environment and a commitment to dedicating your career to environmental work Strong communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and working with others one-on-one and in groups Leadership experience on campus or in the community Strong work ethic and dedication to goals, with flexibility to adapt plans when campaigns change Willingness to dedicate a year to learning how to be an organizer, including working on multiple campaigns with different partners and in different locations Compensation and Benefits
For positions starting in August 2026, the target annual compensation is $39,500 (range $39,500 to $43,347 depending on location). Green Corps offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, paid sick time (60-80 hours/year depending on location), vacation time (10 days accrued in year 1), a commuter benefit program, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. There are additional short-term campaign and training opportunities and potential for advancement. Compensation and benefits vary for short-term campaign positions. Start Date and Location
The next Green Corps Organizer class starts in August 2026. Short-term opportunities may be available starting January and August 2026. Organizers may work on campaigns across the country; location preferences are considered, but organizers must be geographically flexible. Apply
Apply online here. Why work with Green Corps?
Learn more at 10 reasons: https://www.greencorps.org/programs About Green Corps
Green Corps trains organizers, provides field support for today’s environmental campaigns, and graduates activists with the skills and commitment to fight and win tomorrow’s environmental battles. With over 400 graduates, Green Corps has been a respected training program for over 30 years. Our Mission and Values
Green Corps is part of The Public Interest Network, supporting organizations with a shared vision of a better world and strategic social change. Learn more at https://www.greencorps.org/core-values. Note: Do not use AI to draft your cover letter or responses to application questions. We want to know how you think and write. Green Corps is an equal opportunity employer. Green Corps will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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