Real-World Project Experience for the Green Economy

Join us! Build real-world experience that strengthens your resume and launches your career.The Real-World Project Experience is a six-week virtual cohort program where students and recent graduates work in teams on structured challenges inspired by issues organizations are actively navigating across climate, energy, workforce, infrastructure, operations, and community impact.Participants complete Green Career Essentials training, collaborate through live cohort sessions, engage with guest speakers and professionals, and develop portfolio-ready project work they can use in future applications and interviews.MobilizeGreen is a national nonprofit that prepares emerging professionals for meaningful careers through learning experiences, career development, and workforce pathways. Through partnerships with employers, universities, and communities, MobilizeGreen helps participants build skills, confidence, and practical professional experience.Your Experience:As a participant, you will join a cohort-based experience designed to strengthen collaboration, communication, and professional skills while working on a structured real-world challenge. As part of your experience, you will:Complete Green Career Essentials training prior to the cohort startWork in teams to explore and analyze a structured challenge topicParticipate in live cohort sessions and facilitated project workshopsEngage with guest speakers, mentors, and professionalsConduct research, organize insights, and develop recommendationsBuild teamwork, communication, and presentation skillsDevelop portfolio-ready project deliverablesDeliver a final virtual presentation during the cohort showcaseEarn digital credentials and certificates upon successful completionSample Real-World Challenges:AI Expansion & Public TrustModernizing the Grid Without Losing Public SupportThe Post-ESG PlaybookSupply Chains Under Climate PressureThe Nuclear Workforce QuestionGreen Without the LabelYour experience will provide exposure to how organizations balance growth, workforce needs, operations, and community priorities while helping participants develop practical experience employers value.Term of Service:Cohort 1: June 15, 2026 through July 24, 2026Cohort 2: July 20, 2026 through August 28, 2026(6 weeks, part-time virtual)Live Sessions: Thursdays, 7:00–8:30 PM ETLocation: VirtualProgram Benefits:Green Career Essentials trainingLive cohort sessions and facilitationPortfolio-ready project experienceGuest speaker and mentor engagementProfessional networking opportunitiesDigital credentials and badgesCertificate of completionFinal virtual showcase presentationParticipant Qualifications:Current college students or recent graduates within the past two years preferredInterest in climate, energy, nonprofit, workforce, infrastructure, operations, technology, or impact-related careersStrong communication and collaboration skillsAbility to participate consistently in a virtual team-based experienceCurious, motivated, and interested in building professional skillsTime Commitment: Approximately 3–4 hours per weekFree: Summer 2026 Cohort EnrollmentHow to Apply: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and cohort sizes are intentionally limited to support collaboration and project quality.Apply here: https://mobilizegreen.squarespace.com/real-world-project-experience-for-the-green-economyShort link: https://bit.ly/4v0LHNyOriginally posted on Himalayas