The Building Power Resource Center (BPRC) Fellowship offers an opportunity for emerging policy professionals to contribute to innovative climate and economic policy initiatives. Designed for recent master’s graduates, this six-month remote fellowship provides hands-on experience supporting community organizations, labor unions, and local governments in advancing equitable decarbonization strategies.

The fellowship is ideal for individuals interested in climate policy, grassroots organizing, and public sector collaboration. Fellows gain practical experience working with national networks of organizers and policymakers while contributing to real-world projects that advance the transition to a clean energy economy.

About the Building Power Resource Center

The Building Power Resource Center (BPRC) provides strategy and technical assistance to strengthen collaboration between community groups, unions, and local governments. The organization focuses on implementing scalable decarbonization policies that deliver economic and social benefits to working communities.

BPRC’s work is grounded in the belief that long-term climate progress requires both ambitious policy commitments and immediate visible projects that demonstrate real benefits for communities.

Its approach centers on an “inside-outside strategy,” which combines grassroots organizing with collaborative policy development within government institutions.

Key principles of this approach include:

Supporting grassroots coalitions that create the political momentum for transformative policies
Partnering with government leaders to design and implement effective climate programs
Ensuring communities experience tangible benefits from policy victories
Building long-term democratic participation through shared governance

Through this strategy, BPRC works to build a clean energy economy while strengthening democratic institutions and community power.

The Building Power Network

BPRC supports a national ecosystem of partners through the Building Power Network (BPN). This network includes local organizations, policy experts, and public sector leaders working together to develop and implement innovative climate solutions.

The organization equips partners with resources and expertise including:

Policy research and analysis
Strategic guidance and coaching
Data and technical support
Fundraising assistance
Connections to technical experts and national networks

Policy models supported by BPRC include initiatives such as:

Public school decarbonization programs
Neighborhood-scale decarbonization projects
Community-driven clean energy initiatives

These projects aim to simultaneously:

Reduce climate pollution
Lower household energy costs
Improve public health outcomes
Strengthen public sector capacity
Create high-quality union jobs

Fellowship Overview

The BPRC Fellowship is designed to build a pipeline of professionals skilled in both policy development and organizing strategy.

Fellows are placed with one or more partner organizations and contribute directly to policy implementation and campaign support efforts.

Key fellowship details include:

Location: Remote
Duration: June 2026 – November 2026 (6 months)
Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week
Compensation: $4,000 per month
Work Structure: Four-day workweek from June through August

Fellows will work under the guidance of a Senior Program Director and collaborate closely with the broader BPRC team and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

During the fellowship, participants will support projects that advance climate and economic justice initiatives. Responsibilities may vary depending on placement but typically include:

Partnership and Relationship Management

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with partner organizations
Engage with community leaders, government staff, and technical experts
Provide direct support to one or more partner organizations

Policy Research and Strategy

Conduct policy research and analysis related to climate and energy initiatives
Draft strategy documents and policy recommendations
Contribute to campaign messaging and internal planning materials

Funding and Grant Support

Identify relevant funding opportunities at federal, state, and local levels
Support partner applications for climate and infrastructure funding
Provide grant writing assistance for strategic initiatives

Project Management and Implementation

Coordinate feasibility studies and technical assessments
Manage specific strategic initiatives across partner organizations
Facilitate connections with technical assistance providers and relevant networks

Organizational Support

Contribute to BPRC’s internal strategy and communications work
Assist with knowledge sharing and documentation
Prepare a final fellowship report and presentation summarizing project outcomes and lessons learned

Ideal Candidate Profile

BPRC seeks candidates who combine policy expertise with organizing experience and who are passionate about building equitable climate solutions.

Ideal fellows demonstrate:

Strong analytical and policy research skills
Experience in organizing campaigns, advocacy, or public policy work
A collaborative and relationship-oriented working style
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Curiosity, initiative, and strong attention to detail
Commitment to equity, justice, and inclusive climate policy

Candidates should also understand how inside-outside strategies can drive meaningful social and political change.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess relevant academic and professional experience aligned with climate policy or social change initiatives.

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience in organizing campaigns, advocacy, or public policy
Experience working within government institutions (preferred but not required)
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Strong project management and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and manage work plans with minimal supervision
Understanding of climate policy, political dynamics, and stakeholder engagement

A graduate degree in one of the following areas is preferred:

Public policy
Urban planning
Public administration
Environmental policy
Other related fields

Technical expertise in energy systems or decarbonization is not required, though a foundational understanding of climate policy issues is expected.

Eligibility and Additional Requirements

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Must be located in the United States
Must have valid work authorization in the United States
Must be willing to travel one to two times during the fellowship if required

International students may apply if they are authorized to work through CPT or OPT programs.

The fellowship is administered through the State Democracy Project, which serves as BPRC’s fiscal sponsor.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit an online application including:

Resume
Responses to two application questions
Basic contact and professional information

Key application timeline:

Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
Candidate Interviews: April 2026
Offer Decisions: Early May 2026
Fellowship Period: June – November 2026

The recruitment process is managed by NRG Consulting Group. Candidates may contact jobs@nrgconsultinggroup.org for additional information.

Career Impact and Learning Opportunities

The BPRC Fellowship provides an opportunity to gain real-world experience in policy implementation, coalition building, and climate governance. Fellows work alongside leading organizers and government partners to develop programs that can be replicated nationwide.

Participants leave the program with:

Hands-on experience in climate policy implementation
Exposure to national organizing and policy networks
Strong professional relationships across the climate and labor movements
Practical skills in research, grant writing, and project management

For professionals committed to advancing equitable climate solutions, the fellowship offers a unique pathway into careers in public policy, climate advocacy, and community-driven governance.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering the fellowship. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.