Program Associate

SEI’s Climate Corps Fellowship program offers the chance to lead impactful climate and community resilience projects while gaining paid, hands-on experience. This full-time, bridge-to-career opportunity pairs fellows with host organizations, from local governments to nonprofits and businesses, to drive real-world change.

About the Opportunity 

Start Date: September 1st, 2026

Length of Fellowship: 10 months

Location Type: Hybrid (1 day/week on-site)

Are you passionate about tackling climate challenges and driving sustainability solutions? As a Program Associate in the Climate Corps Fellowship program, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful climate resiliency initiatives with Snohomish County PUD. This is a hybrid position with the expectation of onsite work 1 day per week, with occasional evenings and weekends expected.

In this role, you’ll support Snohomish County PUD’s commercial customers with energy management, including organizational and technical projects that contribute to statewide sustainability goals. In addition to hands-on experience, Fellows will receive training through the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program, gaining specialized training in building systems maintenance and energy efficiency. You’ll collaborate with the Energy Services department, gaining hands-on experience and making a tangible difference in the sustainability sector. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your professional skills, grow your network, and contribute to Snohomish County PUD's sustainability goals.

About Our Partner: Snohomish County PUD

Snohomish County PUD offers challenging projects with access to experienced resources and the satisfaction of knowing you've made a difference. “Energizing Life in Our Communities” isn’t just a statement of their mission to deliver vital services to the communities we serve. They are governed by elected community members, most of the staff live in their service territory, and many of them are lifelong residents. They deliver services that neighbors rely on for their quality of life – whether it’s safe water to drink, heat and light to keep them warm and safe, or energy to power businesses fueling the local economy.

What You’ll Do

• Assist customers in developing and implementing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) plans and Energy Management plans (EMP) as required by the WA Clean Buildings Performance Standard, including items like developing an employee engagement plan or building a site’s internal energy management program.
• Support customers with implementing Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs).
• Support development of Program Health Dashboard.
• Lead outreach for Clean Buildings Tier 2 customer support.

What We Provide

• A fixed, monthly stipend of $5000.
• $1000 end-of-program financial award.​
• Health care coverage with 100% of health care insurance premiums covered by SEI.
• 10 Personal Days (for a standard 10-month Fellowship), in addition to all holidays off that are observed as closure days by the partner placement site.
• Comprehensive career-readiness training, including interview prep, salary negotiation, and resume building.
• Panels, workshops, and networking with climate resilience industry professionals, including attendance at the NW SEM Fall Workshop.
• Professional networking and learning opportunities.
• Participation in the Building Operator Certification series.
• Green Building Practicum training.
• The University of California Climate Stewards Certification equips you to lead community and ecosystem resilience initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Coursework, training, or experience in fields related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, data analysis, or building efficiency.
• Strong collaboration skills. Interact well with others; ability to find areas of mutual interest and establish and build relationships with others.
• Be an organized self-starter and have excellent time management skills; be effective at moving things forward independently without supervision.
• High attention to detail with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects.
• Ability to format, design, and edit documents and reports in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong communication skills (writing, correspondence, speaking). Flexible and productive.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and be productive when working with other team members.
• The ability to work onsite on a hybrid basis. Only candidates currently residing within commuting distance of the site address will be considered.
• Commitment to a fair workplace that honors the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals.
• Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship (SEI is unable to sponsor visas).
• May require occasional moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one worksite to another, or adjusting or moving objects under 25-50 pounds in all directions.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with the Clean Buildings Law, Energy Star Portfolio Manager, applying for grants, and implementing energy efficiency projects.

We encourage everyone interested in this position to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. We value all perspectives and believe that a unique background can bring significant strengths to this role, even if some qualifications are not fully met.

Climate Corps Fellowships are classified under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as temporary, educational internships that emphasize training and career development, and thus no employment relationship exists, nor is compensation required. However, while not considered traditional employment, Fellows receive a living stipend and professional development support throughout the program.

Recruiting Timeline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submissions, as we may stop accepting new applications once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is identified.

Climate Corps, a program of SEI, is an award-winning fellowship designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in sustainability and climate action. Our fellows work on cutting-edge sustainability and resiliency projects with local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, building essential skills and creating real-world impact. Since 2010, Climate Corps has empowered over 800 Fellows to work with 500+ partners on 1,350 transformative projects. With nearly 99% of Fellows continuing careers in sustainability, you could be the next environmental leader shaping a better future!

SEI is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to uplifting the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities can thrive. We strive for a workforce that reflects the communities we partner with and serve, especially those most impacted by climate change and environmental, social, and economic injustice. We welcome candidates who share SEI’s commitment to cultivating a people-centered work environment. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

By applying to the Climate Corps Fellowship, you'll automatically be considered for all relevant positions. Apply only once to the position in your geographic region that best matches your background.