In one of the first uses in California of federal stimulus dollars, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Monday launched the California “Green Corps,” in which young adults ages 16 to 24 and labeled “at risk” will be placed in green jobs.

The $20 million program — half of that from federal stimulus funds, half from public-private partnerships — will place at least 1,000 at-risk youths in one of 10 corps statewide over a period of 20 months. At least one regional location is planned for Southern California, although the exact site has not yet been chosen. “At risk” includes those believed to be at risk for becoming involved in such things as crime, drugs, or teen pregnancy — youngsters who are often also underprivileged. (Photo courtesy office of the governor.)

They’ll include green job training with a stipend, as yet to be determined, along with education and community service, an announcement from the governor’s office said. Job placement also would be included, a spokeswoman said.

The jobs might include construction workers, sales people, computer technicians and other categories.

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