Senior Crew Member - Urban Green 2026 Pittsburgh High School Crew

Student Conservation Association • Pittsburgh, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a blend of hands-on environmental education (50%) and service projects (50%). Afternoon, after-school sessions will be predominantly environmental education-based at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History; Saturday sessions will meet at the SCA office and will be predominantly environmental service projects. This position is intended to be an extension of the Pittsburgh Community Summer program, and priority is given to applicants who have successfully participated as members or leaders in that program. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is the hosting organization for this position, located in Pittsburgh, PA. This position is primarily in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are available within 30 minutes. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent. The schedule for this position is from September 15, 2026, to November 21, 2026, with sessions on Tuesdays from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Requirements

• Current high school student between the ages of 14 - 18
• Prior outdoor conservation experience
• A desire to work outside in all weather conditions
• Willingness to engage in team building activities
• Ability to legally work in the US
• Ability to be at the CMNH in Oakland by 4:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Ability to be at the SCA office in the Hill District by 10:00 AM on Saturdays

Nice To Haves

• Previous SCA experience
• Successfully participated as a member or leader in the Pittsburgh Community Summer program

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in environmental education activities, led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, and third-party Staff.
• Actively engage in environmental service projects led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, other third-party staff. These projects include tree care and maintenance, habitat restoration, and trailwork.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED