GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice!
The Opportunity…
The SolarCorps Storytelling & Communications Fellow will, in collaboration with the Headquarters Communications team, develop, grow, and organize GRID’s story bank, highlighting the diversity of the people and communities GRID works with and demonstrating the breadth of the programmatic and regional work GRID does. They will also support our efforts related to our policy work, media outreach, and media and advocacy training. They will gain a broad range of skills and experience to qualify for a variety of renewable energy and nonprofit careers while helping underserved families receive solar services from GRID Alternatives.
Develop and maintain high-quality written and visual content for GRID’s digital channels.
Collaborate with the Director of Storytelling and the Digital Media Specialist to create and promote content for social media, website, and email.
Organize and maintain a comprehensive story bank for GRID staff to access and use externally.
Conduct interviews of GRID staff, trainees, clients, and partners to promote GRID’s storytelling.
Support the Sr. Public Relations Manager in creating targeted media lists for distribution of GRID press releases.
Support regional communications media outreach efforts by creating regional media lists.
Collaborate with the Sr. Public Relations Manager in providing internal and external media and advocacy training for GRID leadership and GRID’s clients and trainees.
Collaborate with the Headquarters Communications team on organizational communications strategy.
Actively participate in GRID’s equity, inclusion, and diversity work.
What You Need To Bring To This Role…
Excellent storytelling abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated skill in writing and verbal communication
Interest in clean energy policy
When working remotely, you must have access to reliable internet. GRID will provide a laptop, charger, and headset when remote working is required.
It would be great if you also had…
Demonstrated skill in content production, including video, photography, and written materials such as blogs and newsletters.
Experience in digital communications, ideally in a nonprofit and/or renewable energy/environment
Experience in media relations
Experience in advocacy
Let's Talk Money...
Hourly wage of $19.61 for 11 months(Mon, Sept 16, 2024 - Thurs August 15, 2025)
End of term award of a to be determined amount upon successful completion of fellowship
Professional development opportunities and funds (based on approval of supervisor)
How We Take Care Of You...
Accrued paid time off and 13 holidays observed by GRID
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
What Will Be Your Schedule...
Fellows average 40 hours per week.
Mid-Year Career Readiness Retreat in Oakland, CA
Monthly Virtual Calls and Collaboration with other Fellows
Where you will sit & the places you may go...
GRID Alternatives Headquarters, Oakland, CA. This position is remote, but may require occasional travel to te nearest regional office.
Why do a Fellowship at GRID Alternatives...
GRID Alternatives is a diverse and inclusive national non-profit organization that provides renewable energy, workforce training, and solar policy advocacy. At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of GRID. Our culture supports learning, growth, and well-being of all of our team members.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 9 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, and the Mid-Atlantic Region. GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Nepal and has a dedicated staff of 450 and growing!
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all qualifications.
Ready to Apply?
Submit both a resume and cover letter online at https://gridalternatives.org/get-involved/careers/open-positions. Mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Due to the high number of applications- please do not call or email additional inquiries. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
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