American Youthworks
FOUNDED IN: 1981
Address:
1901 E. Ben White Blvd.
Austin, Texas
78741
TXCC Summer Conservation Crew | Houston, TX | Tribal Youth Crew Members and Leaders | U.S. Forest Service (USFS)
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: TXCC Summer Conservation Crew | Houston, TX | Tribal Youth Crew Members and Leaders | U.S. Forest Service (USFS)
Type of Position: Corpsmember / Intern
Town, City, Park, etc: Houston
State / Territory: Texas
Benefits: Health Insurance
Project/Program Focus: Habitat Restoration, Invasive Species Management, Native Plants, Other
ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1975, American YouthWorks connects young people with equitable access to educational and career opportunities, and support services through the Texas Conservation Corps, Louisiana Conservation Corps and YouthBuild Austin programs. In a supportive learning environment, participants learn new job skills by addressing urgent community issues such as building micro homes for shelterless individuals, disaster response through FEMA deployments, environmental resilience, and access to affordable housing and healthcare. AYW programs are award-winning models that welcome youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds, offering connection to innovative education and career training that can lead to meaningful employment and career opportunities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Spend your summer getting paid to build conservation skills and engage in environmental education!
The Texas Conservation Corps’ (TXCC) Summer Youth Program is an AmeriCorps opportunity specifically for Alabama-Coushatta members to work on local habitat restoration projects.
TXCC is searching for Alabama-Coushatta Members to join Summer Youth Crew positions for 900 hour half-time terms on Alabama-Coushatta tribal lands!
Participants engage in hands-on conservation projects on public lands, coastal regions, National Parks and recreational areas across the Central Southern United States. The Conservation Corps experience builds leadership skills, connection with community, and prepares young people with skills needed to enter the workforce with a strong work ethic and sense of service. Members will work on trail improvement and habitat restoration projects, and will engage in environmental education on USFS and Alabama Coushatta tribal lands.
- Weekly environmental field trips
- Explore your potential and your community
- Build connections & make memories
- Monthly Living Stipend
- $1,374.60-$6,495 AmeriCorps Education Award
Location: Houston, TX 77042 – AYW HOUSTON Operating Site – 3130 Rogerdale Rd Ste 190
Average Age Range: Crew Members range from ages 16-19 and Crew Leaders range from ages 21-28
Available Positions: 1 crew leader & 5 crew members
Term Dates: 6/3/2024 – 8/2/2024 (300 HOUR TERM: Minimal-time)
Educational Requirement:
- Crew Members: No high school diploma or GED required
- Crew Leaders: High school diploma or GED required
Compensation (AmeriCorps Living Allowance)
- Crew Leaders: $2,720 per month ($1360 semi-monthly)
- Crew Member: $2,400 per month ($1200 semi-monthly)
HOW TO APPLY
Apply here (Two-Step Process: 1. Interest Form & 2. Full Application): https://veoci.com/v/p/form/a6vrjwkwv3tr?c=133766
*The Full Application link is emailed after completing an Interest Form*
JOB DUTIES
CONTACT INFORMATION
CONTACT INFORMATION
Texas Conservation Corps: [email protected]
Main Office Phone: 512-744-1900 (choose respective region on menu options)
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