Land Conservation Crew Member – Colorado Springs

Work outdoors, make a difference, and make a better future for yourself at Mile High Youth Corps. We are a group of young people who are focused on benefitting the environment and educating ourselves on the issues that face our community.  This is not like other jobs. We are a grassroots organization that is committed to providing training, mentorship, and opportunities to youth.  Spend a summer being supported by supervisors who care about your development, peers that are passionate about nature, and a real community. Who knows where this could lead you?

Job Overview

Join us for our summer 2023 Land Conservation program! The Land Conservation crews are team-based, 11 or 13 week-long programs for individuals between the ages 18-24. Land Conservation participants (called Corpsmembers) serve on environmental stewardship projects on public lands throughout the Southern Front Range. Corpsmembers will be enrolled in AmeriCorps—a national community service program. This means, get paid $1,120 biweekly while doing what you love and earn a scholarship of $1718.25.

Never had a job outside? Not sure if you like this kind of work? That’s okay! Our goal is to support you with the knowledge and team that you need to be successful. We will provide you with hands-on training related to all projects.

All we ask is that you bring your dedication to hard work, a positive attitude, and a commitment to a year you’ll never forget.

2023 Summer of Service Corpsmember Colorado Springs

Apply on our website at https://www.milehighyouthcorps.org/apply-now

Questions? [email protected] or call 719-630-7421 ext. 404

 MHYC is committed to hiring candidates with unique backgrounds and perspectives. If you are interested in this position but are concerned that you do not meet all of the requirements or possess all of the necessary skills, or that prior convictions or your background might disqualify you, we highly encourage you to submit an application anyway.

Special Benefits

Biweekly Stipend - Earn a living stipend of $1,120 before
taxes paid every 2 weeks.
o Leadership Opportunities available:
Corpsmember Drivers are eligible for a living
stipend of $1,140. Returning Corpsmembers earn
$1,160. Corpsmembers in Assistant Crew Leader
roles earn $1,200. More information available on
request.
 AmeriCorps Education Award - Earn a scholarship of $1,374.60 upon successful completion of 300 hours of
service OR $1,718.25 upon successful completion of 450 hours of service. This award can be used to pay
tuition, pay back qualifying student loans or go on an expedition through a wilderness school!
Corpsmembers have 7 years to use the award.
 Student Loan Forbearance - Corpsmembers can apply to put their qualified federal student loans on hold
during their term through the National Service Trust.
 Health Insurance - Corpsmembers are eligible for health insurance the 1st of the month after serving at
MHYC for 60 days. Corpsmember contribution required.
 Counseling - Corpsmembers receive up to 5 free mental health counseling sessions per year.
 Networking - Corpsmembers have opportunities to network with federal, state and local natural resources
professionals and access to a vast alumni network!
 Training – Depending on crew assignments, Corpsmembers will receive training in one or more
stewardship skillsets, including S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws (required for sawyers), trail building and
maintenance, and pesticide application.