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Welcome


Welcome to the Fellowship application portal for California Climate Action Corps (CCAC)! We are thrilled to have you here.


California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) is an AmeriCorps service program and part of a California statewide initiative to address and mitigate the effects of climate change. This climate-focused workforce development program places Fellows with organizations across California to engage communities in taking real, hands-on climate action. Through education, volunteer events, and community projects, Fellows help drive progress in three key focus areas:

  • Urban Greening: Expanding green spaces to cool neighborhoods, improve air quality, and create healthier, more climate-resilient communities through projects like tree planting, community gardens, and native landscaping.

  • Wildfire Resiliency: Protecting homes, schools, and natural areas by reducing fire risk—teaching traditional Indigenous burning practices, supporting home hardening efforts, and organizing fuel reduction projects.

  • Organic Waste Diversion: Preventing methane emissions and reducing landfill waste by recovering edible food for those in need and building local composting systems that turn food scraps into climate solutions.

Together, fellows and their host organizations are building cleaner, cooler, and more resilient communities across California.

CCAC is currently accepting applications for the Winter 2026 Fellowship—January 21 – September 11, 2026. Applicants can select up to 5 preferred positions within the application. All candidates must attend a mandatory information session to advance in the process and be eligible for interviews. If you're ready to take the next step in the recruitment process, or are just interested in learning more about the CCAC program, please register for an info session today.


For more detailed information about our program and available positions, please visit our program website or email the team at climateactioncorps@bacr.org.


Thank you again for your interest in our program and supporting a more sustainable California!


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Term


Personal Information (Please avoid using all caps or lowercase letters, enter your name in proper case (e.g., Jane O’Connor, LaRoy Smith)




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Permanent Address
Please use your current physical address for accurate position matching. This helps to ensure your application aligns with opportunities in or near your community. Residing outside California will not exclude you from participating in the program.




GENDER, ETHNICITY
We collect personal details—such as gender and ethnicity—solely for diversity tracking. Your personal data will be kept confidential, shared only with program staff, and not disclosed to host partners as any form of selection criteria.





NATIONAL SERVICE/MILITARY EXPERIENCE




Education and Experience

RESUME

Please attach a well-prepared resume that highlights your relevant work experience, volunteer engagements, and educational background. Pay careful attention to the presentation and ensure that your resume showcases your unique qualities that set you apart from other applicants. Host partners thoroughly review resumes during the selection process.


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UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT

INTERESTS

SKILLS

LANGUAGE SKILLS

LOCATION PREFERENCES


Please select up to 5 preferred placement sites from the dropdown lists below. If you prefer fewer than 5 sites, select only those you are interested in—do not select the same site multiple times. Expanding your selections can increase your opportunities to participate, as this is a competitive program. You can view all host partner locations for the 2026 Winter Term on the CCAC Host Partner Map and explore available positions on the California Climate Action Corps website.







Please select your regional preferences

In addition to indicating your preferred placement sites, your application and resume can also be shared with all Host Partner organizations in specific regions across the state. Please select one or more regional preferences from the options provided.  

Bay Area Central Inland (Greater LA) Los Angeles Northern California San Diego
Regional Preference
REFERRAL SOURCE

ESSAY QUESTION

Program Eligibility and Requirements

AGE REQUIREMENT

UNITED STATES EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

TIME COMMITMENT

STIPEND DISCLOSURE

LOCATION REQUIREMENT

CRIMINAL HISTORY/AGREEMENT
Applicants offered a position with the California Climate Action Corps must complete a California Department of Justice and FBI background check, as well as clear the National Sex Offender Public Registry search prior to the start of their first service day. Acceptance into the program is contingent upon results from these background checks. 

Additionally, applicants are not officially AmeriCorps Fellows and cannot begin their service, log hours, or receive their stipend until results from ALL checks have been returned and reviewed. Fellows will be reimbursed for the cost of the DOJ/FBI fingerprinting processing. The time frame for receiving results varies, typically 1-4 weeks.

Candidates are ineligible to serve with the California Climate Action Corps if they have any felony convictions within the past 5 years. Additionally, candidates are ineligible to serve with any prior convictions for violent crimes, child molestation, or sex offenses.


TB HEALTH SCREENING
In accordance with California state regulations, individuals working with children/youth are required to undergo an annual tuberculosis (TB) test. While not all host organizations mandate this, if your position necessitates it, the Host Partner staff will support you in finding a free or low-cost clinic where you can obtain the TB test.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

To be eligible for the California Climate Action Corps Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Age Requirement: Fellows must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Citizenship or Residency: Fellows must be either a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
  • Documentation: Applicants are required to provide legal, government-issued documentation to verify their citizenship or residency status. 

Please be prepared to submit one of the following documents from Column A, B, or C within 7 business days of accepting an offer letter. We receive a high volume of applications, and failure to meet the deadline will result in disqualification.

A B C
Unexpired U.S. passport Drivers license or ID card issued by a state or outlying possession of the United States, provided it contains a photograph or information such as name, date of birth, sex, height, eye color, and address Permanent Resident Card (front and back) in the United States 
U.S. birth certificate issued by a state, county, municipal authority, or outlying possession of the United States that bears an official seal. Copy of Social Security Card 
APPLICATIONS, INTERVIEWS, & ORIENTATION
Application Deadlines
We accept applications on a rolling basis, with priority consideration given to those submitted by December 3, 2025. While positions may still be offered after this date, applications will no longer be accepted after 
December 17, 2025.

Updates to your Applications
If you require any modifications to your submitted application, please reach out to us via email at
climateactioncorps@bacr.org. We will assist you with any necessary changes you may need. Please retain a copy of your application for future reference.

Application Confidentiality
We collect personal details—such as gender and ethnicity—solely for diversity tracking. Your personal data will be kept confidential, shared only with program staff, and not disclosed to host partners or any external entities. Rest assured, this information will not impact your chances of receiving an interview or securing a Fellowship position. 

Candidate Interviews
As a competitive program, please note that interviews are not guaranteed. Candidates who are selected for interviews may be contacted at any time leading up to the program start date. We encourage you to regularly check our website for continuous updates on available positions.

Program Orientation
The program is scheduled to commence on January 21, 2026 as the official start date. It is mandatory for all fellows to participate in an orientation from January 21-23, 2026. Further information regarding the orientation and other specifics will be provided upon acceptance into the Program.

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