AmeriCorps Member Positions

Available AmeriCorps positions may be viewed in our AmeriCorps section.

Residential Program Positions

Staff and paricipants of NYC's residential programs live and work outdoors in some of the most beautiful and rugged natural areas of the Pacific Northwest.

Crew Leader and Assistant Crew Leader

As a Crew Leader or Assistant Crew Leader, you will lead a teen-age crew in one of our many conservation projects scattered across the Northwest. You will grow, learn and laugh along with your crew; build solid muscles and lasting friendships.

NYC is currently hiring to fill positions in our spring, summer and fall programs. We also offer a six week leadership training program for young adults interested in gaining the skills necessary to lead an NYC crew. Apply today or answer your questions by visiting our FAQ!

2010 Program Schedule (including 10 day staff training)

• Spring Conservation Corps, March 30th - May 15th
• Summer Conservation Corps South 1/3, May 25th - August 28th
• Summer Conservation Corps North 1/3, May 25th - August 28th
• Summer Conservation Corps South 2/4, June 1st - August 28th
• Summer Conservation Corps North 2/4, June 1st - August 29th
• Summer Conservation Corps East, May 25th - August 21st
• Teens 'n' Trails, June 1st - August 14th
• Fall Conservation Corps, August 31st - October 18th

Leadership Development Program

The Leadership Development Program (LDP) integrates team-based work projects, education, and on-site technical training into a curriculum that emphasizes leadership growth, and the development of conservation work skills. Participants earn a stipend and an AmeriCorps education award. Successful graduates of the LDP will be eligible for summer or fall field staff positions with NYC.

2010 Leadership Development Program Schedule

• LDP2 - Arizona, February 11th - March 25th
• LDP3 - Arizona/Idaho, April 8th - July 10th
• LDP4 - Idaho, May 27th - August 21st
• LDP1 - Arizona, September 23rd - November 4th

Non-Residential Program Positions

NYC's non-residential staff and participants live at home and will work during the day to cultivate natural resources in and around their local community.

Crew Leader and Assistant Crew Leader

Like their residential counterparts, Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders of our non-residential programs will lead a teen-age crew in one of our many projects.  Unlike our residential programs, they and their crew will live at home while still experiencing the beauty of the outdoors during the day.  NYC Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders strive to build positive relationships while working for the betterment of their local community.

NYC is currently hiring to fill positions for its Outdoor Oregon program.  Apply now!