Transform Your Future with SCA Arizona!
Ready to make a real impact on the world around you for generations to come? Our paid environmental protection and restoration programs give you hands-on experience building trails, restoring natural areas and learning about the Southern Four Corners Region.
This unique area marks the quadripoint in the Southwestern United States where Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah meet. Our program participants will have the opportunity to work at Four Corners Monument Navajo Tribal Park alongside National Park Service staff.
Why Join SCA Arizona?
Whether you're a student looking for a paid summer job or a recent graduate who's curious about nature, the SCA's Arizona Conservation Crew has a place for you. Explore our diverse opportunities and start your journey toward a greener future.
These paid eight-week positions take place from June to August around the Southern Four Corners Region and offer high-school-age participants a transformative experience outdoors, completing conservation projects and learning about the career field. Crew members work on an array of projects, including trail maintenance and restoration, maintenance projects around the park, culturally and historically significant projects and interpretive opportunities.
Crew Leaders supervise and train SCA conservation crews working in the field. These paid outdoor positions guide, inspire and motivate our high school and young adult participants while making critical decisions daily regarding the safety and well-being of our crew members. During training and throughout the season, crew leaders gain experience and expertise in various conservation skills like trail building, habitat restoration, environmental education and community outreach. These positions are great for young professionals building their conservation and environmental work experience.
Our program participants learn how to work with a diverse team of peers; gain knowledge of public land resources, environmental issues, and career readiness skills; increase their understanding of environmental and trail restoration techniques; acquire experience in public service and outdoor recreation; and develop valuable professional skills through teambuilding and leadership activities.
Environmental Education
Habitat Restoration
Job Readiness
Leave No Trace
Outdoor Ethics
Team Building
Trail Skills
