Conservation Corps Member Positions

The VYCC is now hiring Summer Corps Members!

Position Dates:  June 23rd through August 13th

The job is intense and challenging, full of long days and hard work. It is also an immeasurably rich experience. As a VYCC Corps Member you will work on high-priority conservation projects and make a lasting contribution to Vermont’s communities and landscapes. You need to be prepared to work hard and learn more than you could possibly imagine about your surroundings and yourself.

 

Salary: $326 - $360 per week before withholdings

Application Process: Complete an online application

After reviewing applications, the VYCC selects potential candidates for a 25-30 minute phone interview.

Application Deadline: Apply early to have the best chance of being hired for a crew!

If you have any questions contact Christopher Ricker at 802.434.3969 ext. 140.

 

  • 2012 Corps Members Details
  • Position: Corps Members
  • Position Type:
    • Residential and Non-Residential available
    • Seasonal - 7 week positions with a limited number of 4 week positions available
  • Salary:
    • Summer - $326 per week before withholdings
  • Position Dates: June 23rd - August 13th (7 week crews) , June 23rd - July 21st (4 week  crews)
  • Application Process: Complete online application. After reviewing applications, the VYCC selects potential candidates for a 25-30 minute phone interview.
  • Application Deadline: There are a limited number of positions available and we will begin hiring in January. Apply early to have the best chance of being hired for a crew.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Learn more about the Corps Member experience
Program Video (Quicktime: 2.5MB)

 

Description

The job is intense and challenging, full of long days and hard work. It is also an immeasurably rich experience. As a VYCC Corps Member you will work on high-priority conservation projects and make a lasting contribution to Vermont’s communities and landscapes. You need to be prepared to work hard and learn more than you could possibly imagine about your surroundings and yourself.

 

Work Projects

Most crews work 40 hours per week on projects that are a short drive or hike from their crew base or campsite. Projects can last anywhere between one and seven weeks and Corps Members may work on more than one project with their Crew.

Past projects include:

  • Trail construction
  • Trail maintenance
  • Watershed restoration
  • State park management
  • Historic building restoration
  • Carpentry, including bridges, kiosks and staircases
  • Trail structures, including drainages, rock staircases, retaining walls and step stones

 

WoRD - Writing, Reading, and Discussion

The WoRD program is a fundamental component of all VYCC Crews that encourages Corps Members and Leaders to engage in thoughtful discussions about meaningful, relevant topics throughout the work week. Using a compilation of current articles and essays, all crews read aloud about important environmental and social issues that are relevant both locally and nationally. After reading, the crews discuss what they have read and take some time to write in their journals about the topic and discussion.

 

Responsibilities

Benefits
  • Work hard and as part of a team for long days and in all types of weather
  • Participate in all daily and weekly VYCC activities, such as WoRD and team building workshops
  • Respect and encourage fellow
    crew members
  • Respect the natural environment
    and community resources
  • Complete safe, high-quality work
    on all projects
  • Participate in weekly evaluation process
  • Abide by all VYCC rules and policies
  • Earn $326 / week before withholdings
  • Pro-deals and discounts with select local businesses
  • Opportunity to earn academic or internship credit
  • Learn important job skills while giving back to local Vermont communities
  • $1,000 scholarship available to VYCC alumni attending Sterling College
  • $500 scholarship to Aerie Backcountry Medicine Courses
  • Experience of a lifetime!

 

Qualifications:

  • 16 - 24 years of age (minimum age of 18 for Leadership Development Crews)
  • Strong desire to work hard and make a difference
  • Open to learning and receiving feedback
  • Ability to work long hours both indoors and outdoors and in all types of weather
  • Note: If you are not a Vermont resident, you must be 18+ at the start of the session to participate.

 

VYCC Rules and Policies

Immediate Dismissal Policies

The Vermont Youth Conservation Corps does not tolerate the following on crews:

  • The possession, use, suspicion of use, or being in the presence of Tobacco, Alcohol, and/or Drugs
  • Physical Intimacy
  • Fighting or harassment
  • Stealing

 

General Crew Policies

  • Be on time
  • Keep a positive attitude
  • Participate in all activities
  • Follow the supervisor's directions
  • Avoid exclusive relationships
  • Use appropriate language
  • Work hard and to full potential
  • Bring all safety gear
  • Use tools and equipment properly
  • Follow all crew-specific policies

 

Crew Types

There are a variety of different types of crews to choose from within the seasonal Conservation Program, each with its own schedule and type of experience. Please contact us for more information or follow the links below to learn more.

 

Community

 

Residential

 
Leadership Development Learn, Earn, & Prosper

 

 

For more information about Corps Member positions, please contact the VYCC:
1.800.639.8922
802.434.3969 x200
info@vycc.org.

 

Apply Online!

 

“The VYCC will ground you profoundly and give you what you need to make it through just about anything.” – Adam, Leadership Development Crew Member
“VYCC is a great place to work on your people skills and strengthen your work ethic.”- Rhya, Crew Member
“There were many rules to being a member of VYCC, but easy to follow. Do it if you like camping and want to help the community be a better and cleaner place.” – Katrina, Crew Member
"You get to enjoy the beautiful outdoors all summer!”- Sam, Crew Member