Program Details
Qualifications
Ashoka-Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps seeks graduate students with analytical and project management backgrounds who are excited to make an impact through smart energy and climate solutions. Fellows are chosen for their ability to perform quantitative analyses, manage projects and help facilitate organizational change. Our core fellowship requirements are:
- At the time of application, enrolled in a graduate certificate or degree program studying business, engineering, sustainability, environmental management, public policy or other relevant subjects.
- Self-starter with project management and leadership experience.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
- A passion for solving environmental challenges.
- Eligibility to work in India for 8-12 weeks full time between April and September 2025.
Take a look at our 2025 job description here and read our fellow brochure here to learn more about what distinguishes us from other summer fellowship programs. Climate Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to develop the most innovative and inclusive environmental solutions, we need sustainability leaders that represent the community we serve. The Climate Corps program is proud that our fellows represent a diverse population of individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and identities – both visible and invisible. We believe this diversity makes our program stronger.
Compensation
India fellows are paid INR 12,500 per week for the duration of their fellowship.
How to apply
EDF looks for students who are passionate about the environment and equipped with the technical and interpersonal skills to be a sustainability leader. Our process is as follows:
1. Recruit
We will be hosting events throughout September to November 2024 for prospective applicants to learn more about the Climate Corps India Program. For any India program recruitment-related questions, please email climatecorpsindia@ashoka.edu.in.
2. Apply
Submit an application by September 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm IST (the early bird deadline). Applications for the late deadline will open on November 4 and close on December 8, 2024 at 11:59 pm IST. Individuals who submit an application before the early deadline will have the opportunity to choose from a more robust list of host organizations.
3. Interview
If your application is successful, you will be called for a virtual interview where we will evaluate your qualifications. These interviews are compared to the needs of host organizations to determine appropriate matches. Applicants who apply by the early bird deadline have this interview between September and October 2024. Those who apply by the late deadline can expect an interview between December 2024 and January 2025.
4. Matches
Matches with host companies will happen between February and March 2025. The Climate Corps team will match you with a suitable participating host organization based on your profile, interest, and preferences.
5. Confirm
We connect you with your potential host organization supervisor for final confirmation. This conversation is an opportunity for you and the host to get to know one another and ensure a successful match.
- Download our fellow brochure
- See this year’s job description
Contact
In case of queries related to the Climate Corps India program, contact us at climatecorpsindia@ashoka.edu.in.
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