What is SolarCorps?
GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program creates pathways into the clean energy industry, connecting underrepresented talent with opportunity and advancing economic and environmental justice.
The SolarCorps Fellowship is an 11-month, paid apprenticeship-model program that offers the opportunty to work on real-world projects with hands-on training in a supportive, inclusive environment. Fellows serve their communities while building the skills and connections needed for long-term careers in climate and energy.
With more than 300 alumni to date, SolarCorps is helping to build a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
The Fellowship experience also includes:
- Hands on, on the job, full time service mentored by professionals in the industry
- Orientation and Midyear Retreat events that focus on professional development and job readiness. There are in addition to the self-paced career development activities, with funds for additional professional development support.
- Please check out the Program Details page for more information.
The 25-26 cohort runs from September 15th, 2025, to August 14th, 2026. Paid positions are located in California, the D.C. area, and Puerto Rico. Remote and location-flexible positions are also available. Fill out this form to be notified when positions for the 25-26 cohort open.
Join GRID Alternatives at this pivotal time in our mission toward an equitable transition to clean energy that includes everyone. If you are interested in hands-on experience in the solar industry and value a renewable future, our SolarCorps Fellowship is an incredible opportunity to be a part of a non-profit organization with diverse programming founded on people-first solutions.
