Are You The Next Climate Superstar?
This is your chance for a paid gap year with insurance. Join us and make a difference in your community. Gain valuable skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to a sustainable future.
Unlock Your Potential With The Climate Corps
Join the Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Program and make a positive impact on the environment while gaining valuable skills and experiences. No specific background is needed. Based on your interests, we'll help you find the best organization to support your growth.
Benefit
Hands-on conservation projects. Professional development opportunities. Lasting connections.
Opportunities
Work in diverse ecosystems. Collaborate with experts. Make a difference in your community.
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Become more confident about your career
Move From Uncertainty...
No one has it all figured out. We're all just faking it till we make it. Take a year to engage and try something new.
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To Climate Corps
With the Climate Corps, you get to showcase direct involvement in environmental protection initiatives and apply knowledge in a practical context.
To a Green Career
After the Climate Corps, the world is your oyster. You will change the world through your passion, new technical skills and tenacity.
Lead work that transforms communities
Through hands-on projects and community engagement, you will be connected to meaningful work that has a positive impact on our environment and inspires others to take action.
Join our 500+ alumni who transformed their lives in one year.
The Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Program is a dedicated team of individuals working towards the preservation of the Chesapeake Bay and combating climate change. Through hands-on projects and community engagement, we strive to make a positive impact on our environment and inspire others to take action.
The Experience You'll Get
Full-time Position
Corps Members work full-time for a year in environmental roles with non-profit or government agencies, focusing on areas such as environmental restoration, community engagement, climate change, environmental education, sustainable agriculture, energy conservation, and forestry
Capstone Project
Each Corps Member must finalize a Capstone Project, a collaborative effort that includes the Corps Member, approval from the Host Organization, and consultation with Chesapeake Bay Trust. The chosen Capstone Project should align with the professional aspirations of the Corps Member, providing essential experience and skills
Grant Opportunity
The Chesapeake Bay Trust presents a grant opportunity enabling Corps Members to seek funding for their Capstone Project or other initiatives they lead. This grant offers increased flexibility in selecting Capstone Projects, gaining experience in grant writing, and managing budgets, providing valuable skills and support for their projects.