Climate Corps® India Fellows
Ashoka-Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps Fellowship Program
For more than a decade, EDF has supported India’s shift to a prosperous, healthy, low-carbon economy. Working in close collaboration with on-the-ground partners including government officials, businesses, academia, NGOs and others in civil society, EDF has implemented innovative solutions that demonstrate how low-carbon economic development can deliver tangible near-term benefits ranging from cleaner air to stronger rural economies.
Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is partnering with AshokaX, a unique initiative from Ashoka University for lifelong learners, to execute Climate Corps fellowship in India, to build a skilled green workforce and accelerate net zero and sustainability goals. Ashoka-Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps Fellowship is committed to empowering skilled leaders who will advance solutions to put the economy on a path to reach net-zero emissions by mid-century and grow the economy while mitigating the worst effects of climate change. The program trains talented and passionate post graduate students and pairs them with organizations across private and public sectors diligently working toward meeting climate goals and helping strengthen the Indian economy. Learn more about the partnership between AshokaX and EDF here.
Climate Corps recruits and trains graduate students from a wide range of programs and embeds them in leading organizations around the world for 8-12 weeks during the summer. Since the program’s inception in 2008, more than 1,800 graduate students have been placed in more than 700 leading organizations spanning the U.S., China and India. Climate Corps fellows join the active and growing alumni network of 3,500 former fellows and host representatives.
How Climate Corps Works
- As a successful applicant, you’ll be custom matched with an organization that best aligns with your skills, interests, and preferences.
- Over the summer, you’ll work directly with staff at your host organization on innovative climate and energy projects. Visit our Project Database to learn more.
- At the end of the fellowship, you’ll become part of EDF’s Climate Corps Network and gain access to professional development resources throughout your career.
Fellow Support
Before the fellowship begins, we conduct training for fellows that features expert speakers and trainers. The curriculum covers topics such as energy efficiency, sustainability strategy, carbon accounting, building systems, financial analysis, and more.
Fellow Qualifications
Climate Corps seeks graduate students with analytical and project management backgrounds who are excited to make an impact through climate and energy projects. Fellows are chosen for their ability to conduct technical and financial analyses, manage projects, communicate effectively, and help facilitate organizational change.
Ready to apply or have more questions?
In case of queries regarding the program, please contact the Climate Corps India team.