Energy Efficiency Fellow

About the Opportunity

Start Date: September 1st, 2026
Length of Fellowship: 10 months
Location Type: Hybrid (3 days/week on-site)

About Our Partner: California State University Channel Islands

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is Ventura County’s only public university...

What You’ll Do

• Develop presentations or reports.
• Produce, track, manage, analyze, and communicate data.
• Engage internal and external clients and stakeholders.
• Design, implement, evaluate, and improve initiatives.
• Aid with project planning and implementation.

What We Provide

• A fixed, monthly stipend of $3450.
• $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.
• Professional networking and learning opportunities.
• The University of California Climate Stewards Certification equips you to lead community and ecosystem resilience initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Marketing and outreach experience – designing and disseminating outreach material.
• Project management experience - communicating with various stakeholders, viewing and understanding data, creating presentations, and presenting to stakeholders on campus.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel with the ability to create pivot tables.
• Experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, data analysis, program administration, project management, or related fields.
• Able to work in teams as well as independently, carrying out assignments, making independent judgments and/or decisions, and discerning when deferring action to a higher level is required.
• Must be able to effectively manage multiple projects and maintain an organized and well-communicated workflow.
• The ability to work onsite on a hybrid basis (3 days per week). 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

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience highly desired. Coursework in engineering, energy systems, or similar experience is preferred.
• Graphic design skills and experience with design software (e.g., Canva).

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.

Our Hiring Values

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.