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Become a member
Become a member
Corps members will:
- Provide meaningful capacity support for aligned climate projects in government and nonprofit organizations across the state.
- Serve as ambassadors of federal and state resources and be available to support partner organizations' climate efforts.
- Participate in fellowship building and training, as well as professional experiences to develop their skills for the long haul.
Explore open positions
Below you will find the 32 placement opportunities for the second cohort. Applications for members are open from August 19, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. September 8, 2024, unless noted otherwise.
Each opportunity includes title, host organization, and location. If you click “Apply Now” you will be directed to the application portal and can see more information about the position’s role and activities.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email arcari@cedamichigan.org.
School Climate Action Liaison
Host site: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Environmental Support Division
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Environmental Justice Fellow
Host site: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Office of the Environmental Justice Public Advocate
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Restoration Ecology Fellow
Host site: Calvin University, Plaster Creek Stewards
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (On-site)
Sustainable Solutions Fellow
Host site: City of Eastpointe
Location: Eastpointe, MI (On-site)
Community Energy Coordinator
Host site: City of Grand Rapids
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (On-site)
Community Sustainability Liaison
Host site: City of Kalamazoo
Location: Kalamazoo, MI (On-site)
Sustainable Housing Specialist
Host site: Community Housing Network
Location: Troy, MI (On-site)
Climate Adaptation Coordinator
Host site: County of Marquette
Location: Marquette, MI (On-site)
Building Data Analyst
Host site: Detroit 2030 District
Location: Detroit, MI (On-site)
Just Transitions Fellow
Host site: Detroit Action
Location: Detroit, MI (On-site)
Climate Equity Project Coordinator
Host site: Eastside Community Network
Location: Detroit, MI (On-site)
Climate Action Planner
Host site: Grand Valley Metro Council
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (On-site)
Clean Energy Community Organizer
Host site: Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities
Location: Traverse City, MI (Teleservice)
Sustainability Project Coordinator
Host site: Ingham County
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Environmental Technician
Host site: Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, MI (On-site)
Climate Strategy Fellow
Host site: Let's Grow Michigan
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Sustainability Associate
Host site: Macomb County Planning and Economic Development
Location: Macomb, MI (On-site)
MassTimber@MSU Outreach Specialist
Host site: MassTimber@MSU - Michigan State University
Location: East Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Climate and Energy Jobs Fellow
Host site: Michigan AFL CIO Workforce Development Institute
Location: Lansing, MI (On-site)
Regenerative Agriculture Fellow
Host site: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)
Location: Eaton Rapids, MI (On-site)
Climate Initiative Program Coordinator
Host site: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Office of Climate and Energy
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Community Resiliency Fellow
Host site: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity - Community & Worker Economic Transition Office
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Climate Research and Communications Specialist
Host site: Michigan Department of Natural Resources - Office of Public Lands
Location: Lansing, MI (Teleservice)
Clean Energy Analyst
Host site: Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Location: Lansing, MI (On-site)
Upper Peninsula Clean Energy Organizer
Host site: Michigan Environmental Council
Location: Marquette, MI (On-site)
Climate Readiness Fellow
Host site: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity - Office of Rural Prosperity
Location: Traverse City, MI (Teleservice)
Good Food Fellow
Host site: Michigan Sustainable Business Forum
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Teleservice)
Climate Action Coordinator
Host site: Northern Michigan University
Location: Marquette, MI (On-site)
Climate Cycle Specialist
Host site: SEEDS Ecology and Education Centers
Location: Traverse City, MI (On-site)
Climate & Energy Technician
Host site: Superior Watershed Partnership
Location: Marquette, MI (On-site)
Climate Resilience Engagement Specialist
Host site: Washtenaw County Resilience Office
Location: Washtenaw County, MI (On-site)
Project Coordinator
Host site: Wayne County - Sustainability & Innovation
Location: Wayne, MI (On-site)
Member benefits:
MHC Corps members receive several benefits by participating in and finishing the November 2024 - October 2025 program. Some benefits stem from being part of the AmeriCorps program and others because they are members of the MHC Corps program, specifically.
- A living allowance of approximately $3,200 per month
- $7,395 education award to use toward loans or future education expenses
- Healthcare benefits that include dental, vision, and mental health support (Premium Plus package)
- Eligibility for AmeriCorps child care assistance
- Free attendance at the MI Healthy Climate Conference
- Access to CEDAM trainings
- Travel, lodging, and meals provided for in-person events throughout the service term, including a midpoint retreat.
Jessica Austin, Michigan Healthy Climate Corps member
Chad Oberdoerster, Michigan Heathy Climate Corps member
Becca Serrano, Michigan Healthy Climate Corps member
Get involved!
By stepping up to serve, you can support real climate action and explore a future in Michigan’s growing climate and energy economy. The MHC Corps program will support your success with training, connections to leaders in the field, and a supportive network.
We especially encourage individuals from historically underserved communities and those on the frontline of climate impacts to consider applying. Individuals need to be 18 years old to serve, and no degree or formal work experience is required.