The East Bay Green Job Corps
Program
This page contains in-depth details of the EBGJC Bridge Program. For a flyer about the program, click here. To download an application for the program, click here.
Rising Sun, working in partnership with Solar Richmond and Berkeley City College, provides green job training for young adults ages 18 to 24 through its East Bay Green Job Corps program (EBGJC). The participants in this program receive the education, skills, training and support services necessary for a successful transition into technical training, community college, or entry-level employment.
The EBGJC program takes an integrated approach by providing wraparound educational and supportive services for participants. The program combines case management, with academic classes, job readiness training, and valuable work experience, providing free energy efficiency retrofits and solar marketing to residents in their communities.
Over the course of 16 weeks, EBGJC Participants spend each morning in Math, English, Eco-literacy, and Multimedia skills classes at Berkeley City College, earning 10.5 college credits. The afternoons are filled with life skills classes, technical training, and an internship experience at Rising Sun Energy Center and Solar Richmond. Throughout the program, East Bay Green Job Corps staff work with each participant to set goals and plan their next steps. The Case Manager then follows up with participants for up to a year to support them in reaching their goals.
Where and when does East Bay Green Job Corps take place?
Location: Mornings are at Berkeley City College in downtown Berkeley, afternoons are in Richmond
Dates: February 13 to June 1, 2012
Times: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, participants must be able to commit to the full 16 weeks of the program, be motivated to succeed as a college student, and have an interest in gaining valuable skills and work experience. Participants must also meet our eligibility requirements:
- Age 18-24
- Resident of Berkeley, Richmond, or Oakland
- Drivers license/State ID and Social Security Card
- Low-income
- 7th grade math/reading level (demonstrated through an assessment)
- High school diploma/GED
- Reliable transportation to get you to and from the program every day, on time (bus pass will be provided)
- Eligible for BOG Fee Waiver/financial aid
- Consistent child care (if applicable)
To Apply
We are currently accepting applications for the 2012 East Bay Green Job Corps Spring cohort. Please click here for more information. The deadline for this cohort is January 13.
