Americorps Camping Crew Member

POSITION:AmeriCorps Crew Member

LOCATION:Starts and ends in Eugene OR. Project locationsgenerally includenational forests national parks and wilderness areas throughout Oregon Washington and Idaho. Crews can expect to work in one location for multiple weeks at a together onsite for their entire session.

BENEFITS:Members receive a living allowance of $6000 dispersed in pro-rated monthly increments along with a $1956.35 AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of the programwhich can be used for college tuition orapplicable studentloans. All meals transportation and camping locations will be provided at no cost to themembers.

DATES / HOURS:Session runs September 9- November 20 2026.Members must complete a minimum of450 hoursof service including: work training education travel time and two breaks each day. This is a community-oriented program so members partake in group activities both after work and on weekends. Many of these non-project work hours do count toward AmeriCorps member service hours.Notime away from programmingis provided during the 10-week immersive program.

ProgramDescription:

Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young adults ages 19 to camp travel and work together on challenging conservation projects across the Northwest.

Crew members camp in tents for10 weeks traveling to multiple sites across the mountains and forests of Oregon Washington and Idaho. Experienced field staff provide training on projects such as tree plantingfuelsreduction invasive plant removal and trailconstruction using hand and power tools.You joina close-knit team of 4-5 crew members who play a vital role in improving our public lands and the environment.

This is tough work. We work in all weather. Our projects are hands-on team-based and physically demanding. Crews camptogetherthe entire session continuously. On weekends crews usually go into town to resupply on food get showers and laundry and explore the area. Occasionally we have backcountry work deep in the forest for two weeks or more. We value community connection with others and mutual support. All training is provided. If youhaventhadaccess to theoutdoors but are interested ingrowingyour skillscome learnwith us.

All crew member positions are AmeriCorps service programs designed to provide hands-on training and experience. Crew alumni often go on to work for land management agencies like the Forest Service or Fish and Wildlife Service other nonprofits or in leadership roles with NYC. There is also the opportunity to earn a Public Land Corps hiring authority upon program completion which makes getting a federal job less competitive. Graduates of the program also gain access to our Alumni Network for career development and networking opportunities and for staying connected with crewmates. Training varies but may include chainsaw/crosscut certification trail construction and maintenance techniques conservation education driver training and more.

Qualifications:

• Age 19 (some flexibility for 18-year-olds with prior relevant experience)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Positive mental attitudeflexibilityand commitment to success
• Excellent judgment
• Ability to listen give andtakefeedback
• Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneselfothersand the environment
• US citizenship or permanent residency
• Acceptable criminal history background check
• Positive mental attitude willingness to learn and a team player
• Desire to conserve natural spaces and make an impact on the environment
• While no experience with these is you should be physically and mentally prepared to:
• Hike several miles and be on foot for8 hours per day
• Camp in tents fortenweeks continuously without modern conveniences and without cell phones
• Follow safety protocols
• Build community with peoplevery differentfrom you

TO APPLY: Pleasesubmitan application(resume) on our website () under Apply Now which will ask for a resume and short questionnaire and will send you a confirmation email. For questions please contact Khalil Caffrey Member Services Coordinator:.

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.