2027 MobilizeGreen Youth Conservation Program Crew Member
About The Position
MobilizeGreen, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, offers a three-week residential Youth Conservation Program in summer 2027 for youth ages 15–18. Participants live and work together as a team, completing conservation-related projects during the day and taking part in environmental education, leadership and personal development lessons, and outdoor recreation during evenings and weekends. The program is an introductory experience intended to help youth explore conservation work and natural resource management careers. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and on-site in Duluth, Minnesota, or San Bernardino, California. Duty stations are listed as San Bernardino and Superior National Forest, with locations subject to change. The program provides a weekly stipend of $375, and covers travel, housing, and meals for the duration of the program.
Requirements
- Be at least 15 years old by June 1, 2027, and not older than 18 before August 31, 2027.
- Be enrolled in school or be a 2027 graduate.
- Be able to fulfill the essential functions of the assigned work, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Have a valid U.S. Social Security number or have applied for one by the start of the program.
- Selected candidates who are 18 must pass a background check.
- Be able to obtain a work permit as required under the applicant’s home state laws.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Be able to hike about 5 miles a day and perform up to 35 hours of physical labor per week.
- Be willing to learn to use hand tools for digging, sawing, chopping, and similar tasks.
- Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Be willing to experience rustic living and introductory camping.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of a team on projects that protect, preserve, and restore natural and cultural resources of the Forest Service and participating partners.
- Participate in conservation work such as trail maintenance, habitat management, environmental stewardship, invasive species removal, restoration, site beautification, cleanup, and campsite restoration.
- Take part in environmental education, leadership, and personal development lessons.
- Participate in outdoor recreation activities during non-work and program hours.
Benefits
- $375 per week stipend
- All travel costs covered, including round-trip flights
- Housing and meals covered for the duration of the program
- Develop collaboration and leadership skills
- Work with other high school students from across the country
- Explore outdoor and recreational activities
- Learn about natural resource management careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
