Youth Conservation Crew Member

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Engage in a 3-week Virtual Youth Conservation Program in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service

• Attend daily online lessons and educational curriculum

• Discover Green STEM career pathways

• Participate in dedicated project planning sessions

• Delve into subjects such as climate resilience, fire-dependent ecology and management, wildfire mapping, public lands history, Leave No Trace principles, career and professional growth, environmental advocacy, time management, self-care, and leadership development

• Take part in service learning activities and self-directed hands-on projects

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years old by June 1 of the program year and cannot exceed 18 years of age before August 31 of the program year

• Must be enrolled in high school or be a graduate of the class of 2024

• Must be able to fully commit to the program schedule and meeting times

• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the assigned tasks with or without reasonable accommodations

• Must possess a valid U.S. Social Security number or have applied for one by the program's start date

• Must be able to secure a work permit if necessary

• Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident

🏝️ Benefits

• Earn a weekly stipend of $250 for participation

• Receive technical support and assistance with equipment

• Enhance collaboration and leadership abilities

• Collaborate with fellow high school students from across the nation

• Learn about and contribute to the protection of natural resources

• Gain insights into careers in cultural and natural resource management

• Opportunity to earn service learning hours