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The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. 

Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country. 

After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.

As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources. 

Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities. 

SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.

Science & Healthcare

Student Conservation Association, Inc

Conserving lands & transforming lives since 1957.

You must have youth work experience, a CA driver’s license, adaptive communication skills, teamwork ability, and a passion for the environment. 40 hrs/week commitment; proof of COVID-19 vaccination needed.

You will coordinate and lead educational presentations and field trips, develop lesson plans, liaise with teachers, collect data, and support volunteer initiatives on Saturdays.

Business, Operations & Strategy

San Francisco

Position SummaryThe Youth Stewardship Program (YSP) is a program of the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department engages youth and school groups, grades K-12, in environmental education and service-learning field trips in parks citywide. The program mission is to foster an understanding of their important role in building healthy social and natural communities.YSP exposes urban students to an outdoor learning environment that proves to be engaging and challenging. Each trip is 2.5 hours long and includes an environmental education and restoration component. YSP Interns will teach science, environmental education, local natural and cultural history, social responsibility, a personal connection to their communities, and fundamental life skills to participating students throughout the school year.ScheduleOctober 7, 2024 - October 31, 2025Key Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate, schedule, and co-lead in-class presentations and; thematic field trips to San Francisco’s city parks and natural areas for; grades 2nd -12th grade.;</li><li>Utilize environmental education curriculum and resources to create; meaningful lesson plans;</li><li>Have an ongoing dialogue with teachers and educators to schedule; field trips and modify the established YSP curriculum to meet teachers’; needs when necessary.;</li><li>Maintain thorough data collection and records including creating and; conducting surveys, capturing media documentation, creating reports; etc., to meet grant deliverables.;</li><li>Support Occasional Greenager and large volunteer workdays on Saturdays (as needed)</li></ul>Marginal DutiesRequired Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working with youth is a must;</li><li>Willing to work occasional off hours and outdoors in inclement; weather;</li><li>California State Drivers’ License with a good driving record;</li><li>Willingness to submit a copy of driving record if hired;</li><li>Commit to 40 hours per week ; 12-month commitment;</li><li>Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by the start of the; position;</li><li>Experience leading/facilitating youth through structured activities;</li><li>Able to engage and comfortable managing groups of youth and/or; adults for 2+ hours;</li><li>Works well in a team setting and similarly, is self-motivated and can; work independently;</li><li>Passion for the environment and working outdoors;</li><li>A high commitment to learning about San Francisco Parks and Open Spaces;</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills;</li><li>Computer literate; MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Internet;</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Demonstrate emotional intelligence and self-awareness, inspires confidence and trust, and welcomes feedback.</li><li>Highly collaborative team player able to motivate and work with staff and partners and work cross-functionally between SFRPD departments</li><li>Able to work well under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations and priorities, while exercising good judgment and staying focused on overarching goals.</li><li>Enjoys working with diverse intergenerational crowds, and has a strong interest in working with youth;</li><li>B.A. or B.S. in a related subject (preferred not required);</li><li>Multi-lingual, ideally in Spanish and/or Cantonese;</li><li>Interest and experience in Urban Agriculture and Urban Park;</li><li>Comfortable driving large trucks or willing to learn;</li><li>Ideally Bay Area resident;</li><li>Passion for the environment and working outdoors and genuine interest in connecting youth to nature;</li><li>Previous related experience or background in biology, environmental studies, or other related subjects or strong interest and willing to learn independently and through experience ;</li></ul>Hours40 per weekLiving AccommodationsResponsible for own housingCompensationLiving Allowance - $780.00/weekHousing Allowance - $900.00/monthAll allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.Personal Vehicle InformationAdditional BenefitsInterpretive Skills Health InsuranceAmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Position SummaryThe Youth Stewardship Program (YSP) is a program of the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department engages youth and school groups, grades K-12, in environmental education and service-learning field trips in parks citywide. The program mission is to foster an understanding of their important role in building healthy social and natural communities.YSP exposes urban students to an outdoor learning environment that proves to be engaging and challenging. Each trip is 2.5 hours long and includes an environmental education and restoration component. YSP Interns will teach science, environmental education, local natural and cultural history, social responsibility, a personal connection to their communities, and fundamental life skills to participating students throughout the school year.ScheduleOctober 7, 2024 - October 31, 2025Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesCoordinate, schedule, and co-lead in-class presentations and; thematic field trips to San Francisco’s city parks and natural areas for; grades 2nd -12th grade.;Utilize environmental education curriculum and resources to create; meaningful lesson plans;Have an ongoing dialogue with teachers and educators to schedule; field trips and modify the established YSP curriculum to meet teachers’; needs when necessary.;Maintain thorough data collection and records including creating and; conducting surveys, capturing media documentation, creating reports; etc., to meet grant deliverables.;Support Occasional Greenager and large volunteer workdays on Saturdays (as needed)Marginal DutiesRequired QualificationsExperience working with youth is a must;Willing to work occasional off hours and outdoors in inclement; weather;California State Drivers’ License with a good driving record;Willingness to submit a copy of driving record if hired;Commit to 40 hours per week ; 12-month commitment;Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by the start of the; position;Experience leading/facilitating youth through structured activities;Able to engage and comfortable managing groups of youth and/or; adults for 2+ hours;Works well in a team setting and similarly, is self-motivated and can; work independently;Passion for the environment and working outdoors;A high commitment to learning about San Francisco Parks and Open Spaces;Strong verbal and written communication skills;Computer literate; MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Internet;Preferred QualificationsDemonstrate emotional intelligence and self-awareness, inspires confidence and trust, and welcomes feedback.Highly collaborative team player able to motivate and work with staff and partners and work cross-functionally between SFRPD departmentsAble to work well under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations and priorities, while exercising good judgment and staying focused on overarching goals.Enjoys working with diverse intergenerational crowds, and has a strong interest in working with youth;B.A. or B.S. in a related subject (preferred not required);Multi-lingual, ideally in Spanish and/or Cantonese;Interest and experience in Urban Agriculture and Urban Park;Comfortable driving large trucks or willing to learn;Ideally Bay Area resident;Passion for the environment and working outdoors and genuine interest in connecting youth to nature;Previous related experience or background in biology, environmental studies, or other related subjects or strong interest and willing to learn independently and through experience ;Hours40 per weekLiving AccommodationsResponsible for own housingCompensationLiving Allowance - $780.00/weekHousing Allowance - $900.00/monthAll allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.Personal Vehicle InformationAdditional BenefitsInterpretive Skills Health InsuranceAmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Internship - Youth Stewardship Program (YSP) - Student Conservation Association, Inc

United States

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 Position Summary
 The Youth Stewardship Program (YSP) is a program of the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department engages youth and school groups, grades K-12, in environmental education and service-learning field trips in parks citywide. The program mission is to foster an understanding of their important role in building healthy social and natural communities. YSP exposes urban students to an outdoor learning environment that proves to be engaging and challenging. Each trip is 2.5 hours long and includes an environmental education and restoration component. YSP Interns will teach science, environmental education, local natural and cultural history, social responsibility, a personal connection to their communities, and fundamental life skills to participating students throughout the school year.
 
 Schedule
 October 7, 2024 - October 31, 2025
 
 Key Duties and Responsibilities
 <ul>
 <li>Coordinate, schedule, and co-lead in-class presentations and; thematic field trips to San Francisco’s city parks and natural areas for; grades 2nd -12th grade.;</li>
 <li>Utilize environmental education curriculum and resources to create; meaningful lesson plans;</li>
 <li>Have an ongoing dialogue with teachers and educators to schedule; field trips and modify the established YSP curriculum to meet teachers’; needs when necessary.;</li>
 <li>Maintain thorough data collection and records including creating and; conducting surveys, capturing media documentation, creating reports; etc., to meet grant deliverables.;</li>
 <li>Support Occasional Greenager and large volunteer workdays on Saturdays (as needed)</li>
 </ul>
 
 Marginal Duties
 
 Required Qualifications
 <ul>
 <li>Experience working with youth is a must;</li>
 <li>Willing to work occasional off hours and outdoors in inclement; weather;</li>
 <li>California State Drivers’ License with a good driving record;</li>
 <li>Willingness to submit a copy of driving record if hired; </li>
 <li>Commit to 40 hours per week ; 12-month commitment; </li>
 <li>Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by the start of the; position; </li>
 <li>Experience leading/facilitating youth through structured activities;</li>
 <li>Able to engage and comfortable managing groups of youth and/or; adults for 2+ hours;</li>
 <li>Works well in a team setting and similarly, is self-motivated and can; work independently;</li>
 <li>Passion for the environment and working outdoors;</li>
 <li>A high commitment to learning about San Francisco Parks and Open Spaces;</li>
 <li>Strong verbal and written communication skills;</li>
 <li>Computer literate; MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Internet;</li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 <ul>
 <li>Demonstrate emotional intelligence and self-awareness, inspires confidence and trust, and welcomes feedback. </li>
 <li>Highly collaborative team player able to motivate and work with staff and partners and work cross-functionally between SFRPD departments </li>
 <li>Able to work well under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations and priorities, while exercising good judgment and staying focused on overarching goals.</li>
 <li>Enjoys working with diverse intergenerational crowds, and has a strong interest in working with youth;</li>
 <li>B.A. or B.S. in a related subject (preferred not required);</li>
 <li>Multi-lingual, ideally in Spanish and/or Cantonese;</li>
 <li>Interest and experience in Urban Agriculture and Urban Park;</li>
 <li>Comfortable driving large trucks or willing to learn;</li>
 <li>Ideally Bay Area resident;</li>
 <li>Passion for the environment and working outdoors and genuine interest in connecting youth to nature;</li>
 <li>Previous related experience or background in biology, environmental studies, or other related subjects or strong interest and willing to learn independently and through experience ;</li>
 </ul>
 
 Hours
 40 per week
 
 Living Accommodations
 Responsible for own housing
 
 Compensation
 Living Allowance - $780.00/week Housing Allowance - $900.00/month
 All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
 
 Personal Vehicle Information
 
 Additional Benefits
 Interpretive Skills Health Insurance AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
 
 Equal Opportunity Statement
 SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
 
 Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.
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Internship - Youth Stewardship Program (YSP)

You must be 18-30 years old (up to 35 for veterans), interested in historic preservation and cultural landscapes, able to work in a team, willing to learn new trades, and preferably local to San Antonio, TX.

You will assist with grounds maintenance, vegetation removal, historic acequia maintenance, installing fencing, and general labor under the direction of NPS crew leads. Maintenance work areas, equipment, and irrigation systems.

Sustainability

San Antonio

Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThis position will receive training and perform work tasks led by National Park Service staff members including acequia maintenance, grounds preservation maintenance, irrigation system management, landscape bed rehabilitation and other associated tasks within the park’s multiple historic cultural landscapes.Schedule&nbsp;August 12, 2024 - May 18, 2025Key Duties and Responsibilities&nbsp;The&nbsp;San Antonio&nbsp;Missions Cultural Landscape Apprentice Program engages young adults in cultural landscape preservation service.&nbsp;San Antonio&nbsp;Missions National Historical Park was inscribed as the first World Heritage Site in Texas by the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) in 2015, and includes the city’s four southernmost Spanish colonial missions – Concepción, San José, San Juan and Espada. The park was created not only to protect the mission structures but also the irrigation systems (acequias) that were integral to each mission. The ability to irrigate farmlands, and bring water to the mission communities was imperative to the success of the Spanish colonial missions. Preservation of these acequia systems and the historic structures and cultural landscapes is vital to retain historical integrity, and for providing park visitors with a more complete picture of 1700s mission life. This position will receive job training and perform work tasks led by National Park Service staff members including acequia maintenance, grounds preservation maintenance, irrigation system management, landscape bed rehabilitation and other associated tasks within the park’s multiple historic cultural landscapes.Marginal Duties<ul><li>Grounds Maintenance: mowing, pruning, weed trimming, edging</li><li>Vegetation removal, hauling limbs, chipping</li><li>Historic Acequia Maintenance; moving soil, cleaning out debris and trash</li><li>Installing bollard and cable, fencing, or other perimeter materials</li><li>General labor and assistance as directed by NPS crew leads</li><li>Maintaining work areas, materials, and equipment</li><li>Assisting with landscape bed maintenance and irrigation systems</li></ul>Required Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Interest in historic preservation, specifically cultural landscapes</li><li>18-30 years old or up to 35 for veterans</li><li>Ability to work on a team and contribute positively to projects</li><li>Willingness to work outside, learning new cultural landscape trades</li></ul>Preferred QualificationsLocal to&nbsp;San Antonio, TXHours40 per weekLiving Accommodations&nbsp;No housing provided - interns must secure housing in&nbsp;San Antonio&nbsp;area.Compensation&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>$1440 bi-weekly living allowance</li><li>$1100 one-time travel/commuting allowance</li></ul>All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal Vehicle InformationRequiredAdditional Benefits&nbsp;AmeriCorps: Not EligibleEqual Opportunity StatementSCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.

Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThis position will receive training and perform work tasks led by National Park Service staff members including acequia maintenance, grounds preservation maintenance, irrigation system management, landscape bed rehabilitation and other associated tasks within the park’s multiple historic cultural landscapes.Schedule August 12, 2024 - May 18, 2025Key Duties and Responsibilities The San Antonio Missions Cultural Landscape Apprentice Program engages young adults in cultural landscape preservation service. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park was inscribed as the first World Heritage Site in Texas by the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) in 2015, and includes the city’s four southernmost Spanish colonial missions – Concepción, San José, San Juan and Espada. The park was created not only to protect the mission structures but also the irrigation systems (acequias) that were integral to each mission. The ability to irrigate farmlands, and bring water to the mission communities was imperative to the success of the Spanish colonial missions. Preservation of these acequia systems and the historic structures and cultural landscapes is vital to retain historical integrity, and for providing park visitors with a more complete picture of 1700s mission life. This position will receive job training and perform work tasks led by National Park Service staff members including acequia maintenance, grounds preservation maintenance, irrigation system management, landscape bed rehabilitation and other associated tasks within the park’s multiple historic cultural landscapes.Marginal DutiesGrounds Maintenance: mowing, pruning, weed trimming, edgingVegetation removal, hauling limbs, chippingHistoric Acequia Maintenance; moving soil, cleaning out debris and trashInstalling bollard and cable, fencing, or other perimeter materialsGeneral labor and assistance as directed by NPS crew leadsMaintaining work areas, materials, and equipmentAssisting with landscape bed maintenance and irrigation systemsRequired Qualifications Interest in historic preservation, specifically cultural landscapes18-30 years old or up to 35 for veteransAbility to work on a team and contribute positively to projectsWillingness to work outside, learning new cultural landscape tradesPreferred QualificationsLocal to San Antonio, TXHours40 per weekLiving Accommodations No housing provided - interns must secure housing in San Antonio area.Compensation  $1440 bi-weekly living allowance$1100 one-time travel/commuting allowanceAll allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.  Personal Vehicle InformationRequiredAdditional Benefits AmeriCorps: Not EligibleEqual Opportunity StatementSCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.

Internship - NPF Interns - Student Conservation Association, Inc

Internship - NPF Interns

You must qualify for an AmeriCorps Education Award, pass background checks, and be subject to applicable taxes for this Environmental Education Internship with SCA.

You will implement STEM workshops in schools, learn pedagogy, and local ecosystem knowledge, presenting a final project and training the next intern.

Houston

<ul><li>The&nbsp;Student&nbsp;Conservation&nbsp;Association&nbsp;(SCA)&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;largest&nbsp;provider&nbsp;of&nbsp;hands-on&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;conservation&nbsp;programs&nbsp;for&nbsp;youth&nbsp;and&nbsp;adults.&nbsp;Program&nbsp;participants&nbsp;protect&nbsp;and&nbsp;restore&nbsp;national&nbsp;parks,&nbsp;national&nbsp;forests,&nbsp;wildlife&nbsp;refuges,&nbsp;marine&nbsp;sanctuaries,&nbsp;cultural&nbsp;landmarks,&nbsp;community&nbsp;green&nbsp;spaces,&nbsp;and&nbsp;much&nbsp;more&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;country.&nbsp;</li></ul>

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country. 

Internship - Environmental Education Interns - Student Conservation Association, Inc

Internship - Environmental Education Interns

You must clear background checks, be eligible for AmeriCorps award, and be willing to comply with tax regulations for this Environmental Education Internship.

You will implement STEM workshops in schools, learn pedagogy, gain ecosystem knowledge, and prepare a final project. Training the next intern is also part of the role.

<ul><li>The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country.</li></ul>

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces, and much more across the country.

You need experience in environmental science/education, working with youth, gardening, strong communication skills, ability to work independently & in team, valid driver's license, and willingness to travel within Houston. Additional qualifications are developing curriculum, community outreach, climate change knowledge, First Aid/CPR certification, and fluency in Spanish.

You will lead community gardens, teach environmental education to urban youth, co-lead conservation crews, develop educational curriculum, conduct outreach, maintain records, and assist in various conservation projects.

<ul><li>The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is seeking Urban Green Leaders to lead, educate, and inspire students in various gardening and urban agriculture projects throughout the&nbsp;Houston&nbsp;community. This position offers the opportunity to build skills in food sustainability, environmental education, and workforce development while working with youth in urban settings. Leaders will facilitate outdoor environmental education activities, co-lead conservation summer crews, develop curriculum, conduct community outreach, and assist in leading conservation service projects. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about hands-on garden work, urban farming, and environmental education, with a passion for promoting food access and conservation.</li></ul>

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is seeking Urban Green Leaders to lead, educate, and inspire students in various gardening and urban agriculture projects throughout the Houston community. This position offers the opportunity to build skills in food sustainability, environmental education, and workforce development while working with youth in urban settings. Leaders will facilitate outdoor environmental education activities, co-lead conservation summer crews, develop curriculum, conduct community outreach, and assist in leading conservation service projects. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about hands-on garden work, urban farming, and environmental education, with a passion for promoting food access and conservation.

Student Conservation Association, Inc

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