Urban Green - Fall 2026 Atlanta Young Adult Community Forestry Crew
About The Position
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) Urban Green Crew Program provides young adults with paid, hands-on experience in conservation, environmental stewardship, and workforce development. Crew members work together to improve and protect Atlanta's parks, trails, forests, and green spaces while developing valuable workplace skills that prepare them for future careers. Participants will complete meaningful conservation projects including trail maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species removal, litter abatement, urban forestry, landscaping, and park improvements throughout the Metro Atlanta area. Projects are completed in partnership with local parks, nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, and community organizations. Throughout the program, crew members will strengthen communication, teamwork, professionalism, leadership, and problem-solving skills while gaining exposure to careers in conservation, environmental science, parks and recreation, forestry, and other natural resource fields. This program is ideal for young adults who enjoy working outdoors, making a positive impact in their community, and developing skills that can lead to future educational and employment opportunities.
Requirements
- Be a young adult (18 or older)
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Be able to perform physical outdoor work for up to 8 hours each day
- Be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Be willing to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Successfully complete all required SCA onboarding and background check requirements
- Be dependable, respectful, and willing to learn
- Have reliable transportation to and from the designated daily meeting location
- Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies.
- Able to independently manage known medical conditions with the resources available throughout the position or program.
- Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, N95 or other approved face mask or shield, and appropriate footwear.
- Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others.
- Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time.
- Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others.
- Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions.
- Able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration throughout program time.
- If using prescription medications, able to self-administer medications by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing without supervisor assistance. If prescription medication is administered via injection, able to self-administer the injection.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in conservation, environmental science, or outdoor work
- Previous volunteer or work experience is helpful but not required
- Ability to work well with others
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Commitment to personal and professional growth
Responsibilities
- Complete hands-on conservation projects throughout Metro Atlanta
- Perform trail construction and maintenance
- Remove invasive plant species
- Plant trees, native plants, and vegetation
- Assist with habitat restoration projects
- Collect litter and beautify public green spaces
- Use hand tools safely under staff supervision
- Work collaboratively as part of a conservation crew
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Participate in environmental education and workforce development activities
- Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude
- Represent the Student Conservation Association positively while working with community partners
- Occasionally assist with organizing tools and equipment
- Maintain clean worksites and vehicles
- Complete required program documentation (including timesheets and attendance records)
- Participate in career readiness and environmental education activities
- Support community outreach events
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the success of the program
Benefits
- Paid training
- Eligible for program certifications
- First Aid/CPR
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
