Join Our Team!
At SEI, we are problem solvers and change agents. We all contribute to building sustainability and climate change resilience, and making a positive impact in the world. SEI is a teams-based, non-profit organization based in San Rafael in the Bay Area, CA, with offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Seattle, and the greater New York area, dedicated to building leaders to drive sustainability solutions. For 25 years, SEI has partnered with schools, communities, and businesses to develop a sustainability leadership pathway from elementary school to early career. Our flagship programs educate and empower students and emerging professionals to create thriving, resilient communities. Come join our team!
Current Openings!
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & BUSINESS SERVICES - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
We are seeking a Director of Finance and Business Services who will work with the organization’s executive leadership to ensure SEI’s financial needs are met and to help drive best financial practices within the organization. This person serves as a thought partner who helps to create the strategic vision that directs the organization’s growth. The Director of Finance and Business Services is a participative manager who leads finance and accounting, human resources, and administrative operations. This is a hybrid position. Work is conducted in your home office/offsite location 3 days per week and in our San Rafael office 2 days per week.
We are seeking a Director of Finance and Business Services who will work with the organization’s executive leadership to ensure SEI’s financial needs are met and to help drive best financial practices within the organization. This person serves as a thought partner who helps to create the strategic vision that directs the organization’s growth. The Director of Finance and Business Services is a participative manager who leads finance and accounting, human resources, and administrative operations. This is a hybrid position. Work is conducted in your home office/offsite location 3 days per week and in our San Rafael office 2 days per week.
ASSOCIATE CONTRACTS MANAGER - CALIFORNIA
We are looking for an Associate Contracts Manager to bring their knowledge and expertise to our team of professionals who are working to achieve SEI’s sustainability goals. The Associate Contracts Manager position will play an integral role across SEI, working closely with program leaders to efficiently manage our contracting process with a diverse set of partners, clients, and funders many of whom have complex contracting processes and requirements. SEI is located in Marin County, CA, and operates on a hybrid work schedule for those located in the Bay Area; however, this position is open to candidates anywhere in California and the Pacific Northwest for remote work.
We are looking for an Associate Contracts Manager to bring their knowledge and expertise to our team of professionals who are working to achieve SEI’s sustainability goals. The Associate Contracts Manager position will play an integral role across SEI, working closely with program leaders to efficiently manage our contracting process with a diverse set of partners, clients, and funders many of whom have complex contracting processes and requirements. SEI is located in Marin County, CA, and operates on a hybrid work schedule for those located in the Bay Area; however, this position is open to candidates anywhere in California and the Pacific Northwest for remote work.
ASSOCIATE PROGRAM MANAGER - GREEN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
We are seeking an Associate Program Manager to support SEI’s sustainability-focused workforce development programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. This Associate Program Manager will be responsible for growing and managing work in green workforce development, with an emphasis on project management.
We are seeking an Associate Program Manager to support SEI’s sustainability-focused workforce development programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. This Associate Program Manager will be responsible for growing and managing work in green workforce development, with an emphasis on project management.
PROJECT COORDINATOR - HIGHER EDUCATION - REMOTE OR SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
We are seeking a Project Coordinator for Higher Education to support SEI’s sustainability-focused education programs working with community colleges and universities. This Project Coordinator will primarily hold a leading role in growing the reach and impact of the Energize Colleges program, which aims to create a more sustainable, resilient future by training the changemakers who will lead the transformation to a clean energy future. This role would also be responsible for mentoring Climate Corps Fellows as they develop real-world skills to build a career in the sustainability field.
We are seeking a Project Coordinator for Higher Education to support SEI’s sustainability-focused education programs working with community colleges and universities. This Project Coordinator will primarily hold a leading role in growing the reach and impact of the Energize Colleges program, which aims to create a more sustainable, resilient future by training the changemakers who will lead the transformation to a clean energy future. This role would also be responsible for mentoring Climate Corps Fellows as they develop real-world skills to build a career in the sustainability field.
RECRUITING COORDINATOR - SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS
SEI is seeking a Recruiting Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting the recruitment function for all of SEI’s programs, including Climate Corps, Climate Corps Education Outside, Energize Careers and Energize Colleges. The Recruiting Coordinator will help lead the development of effective and efficient recruiting processes that result in successful fellow and partner engagement.
SEI is seeking a Recruiting Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting the recruitment function for all of SEI’s programs, including Climate Corps, Climate Corps Education Outside, Energize Careers and Energize Colleges. The Recruiting Coordinator will help lead the development of effective and efficient recruiting processes that result in successful fellow and partner engagement.
NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP FELLOW - EDUCATION - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
We are seeking a Nonprofit Leadership Fellow to support SEI’s sustainability-focused education programs. This role will support work in one or more of the following departments: Energize Schools, Climate Corps Education Outside, and Energize Colleges. This is a 12-month, Full-time Fellowship, which involves working in our SEI office located in San Rafael, CA on a hybrid basis.
We are seeking a Nonprofit Leadership Fellow to support SEI’s sustainability-focused education programs. This role will support work in one or more of the following departments: Energize Schools, Climate Corps Education Outside, and Energize Colleges. This is a 12-month, Full-time Fellowship, which involves working in our SEI office located in San Rafael, CA on a hybrid basis.
GARDEN EDUCATOR - CLIMATE CORPS EDUCATION OUTSIDE
Are you passionate about teaching and using school gardens as a learning laboratory for elementary science education and environmental literacy? SEI is seeking an emerging education professional to join our Climate Corps Education Outside AmeriCorps cohort to advance science and environmental education in public schools.
Are you passionate about teaching and using school gardens as a learning laboratory for elementary science education and environmental literacy? SEI is seeking an emerging education professional to join our Climate Corps Education Outside AmeriCorps cohort to advance science and environmental education in public schools.
CLIMATE CORPS FELLOWSHIP
If you are passionate about climate change, committed to making a difference at the community level, and want an exceptional opportunity to develop real world professional skills that are critical to building a career in this field, Climate Corp's Fellowship Program may be a great fit.
If you are passionate about climate change, committed to making a difference at the community level, and want an exceptional opportunity to develop real world professional skills that are critical to building a career in this field, Climate Corp's Fellowship Program may be a great fit.
ENERGY JOBS WITH ENERGIZE CAREERS PROGRAM
Energize Careers aims to create a diverse and representational sustainability workforce through the economic empowerment of people who experience systemic barriers to employment by helping them to access high-wage, high-growth green career opportunities.
Energize Careers aims to create a diverse and representational sustainability workforce through the economic empowerment of people who experience systemic barriers to employment by helping them to access high-wage, high-growth green career opportunities.
VOLUNTEER - REMOTE & IN PERSON
SEI is seeking volunteers to provide support work on our various education and workforce programs. This is a part-time, remote, unpaid position.
SEI is seeking volunteers to provide support work on our various education and workforce programs. This is a part-time, remote, unpaid position.
SEI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contribute to creative climate solutions where all communities thrive. We strive to reflect diverse communities, especially those most impacted by climate change and other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustices. Persons of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. A commitment to work and learn within an anti-oppression framework is required.
Testimonials
"After graduating college I knew I wanted to pursue a career in a fast paced environment, where I could work on a diverse range of projects. Luckily, SEI has provided me with this opportunity. As a Nonprofit Leadership Fellow, I have been able to gain experiences in numerous fields related to sustainability and education. I am challenged to think critically on a daily basis, and my ideas and visions are highly valued by all staff members. These experiences have been formative in my growth as a professional and have helped me identify my passions and career goals." - Sarah, Nonprofit Leadership Fellow
"SEI's driven employees and breadth of projects and programs, make for an excellent learning environment. Not only will you grow professionally during your time as an SEI Fellow, but you will also have the opportunity to make an impact on a cause that matters and is helping to preserve our planet." - Izzi, Nonprofit Leadership Fellow