Crews work on projects from trail building, habitat restoration to fire management and more.
The SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Modoc National Forest Trail Team in Altruas, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects, including clearing trail corridors, installing rock structures and maintaining tread and drainage features. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working outdoors.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowThe SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Sequoia National Forest Trail Team in Springville, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects, including clearing trail corridors, installing rock structures and maintaining tread and drainage features. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working outdoors.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowThe SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Sequoia National Forest Trail Team-Fire Recovery in Springville, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects, including clearing trail corridors, installing rock structures and maintaining tread and drainage features. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working outdoors.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowThe SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Sequoia National Forest Trail – Hume Lake Team 1 in Hume, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects, including clearing trail corridors, installing rock structures and maintaining tread and drainage features. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working outdoors.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowThe SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Sequoia National Forest Trail – Hume Lake Team 2 in Hume, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects, including clearing trail corridors, installing rock structures and maintaining tread and drainage features. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working outdoors.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowThe SCA is seeking a Field Leader (age 21+) to supervise and train the 2025 Summer Snow Mountain Fire Recovery Team in Upper Lake, California. The crew will engage in a variety of hands-on conservation projects in Mendocino National Forest, a land still healing from the Ranch Fire. The crew will work with hand tools and chainsaws to rebuild damaged trails, clear debris, and restore trail structures. The Field Leader will manage basecamp, train members in technical conservation work skills, mentor personal and professional development, communicate with agency partners and manage the timely completion of work projects. Strong candidates will have a good foundation in backcountry living and experience working with a chainsaw.
Expected Dates: April 7 – Aug 23. Pay: $800/wk.
Apply NowSince 1957, the Student Conservation Association has provided more than 100,000 young people with opportunities to protect the planet through conservation projects at national parks, state forests and urban green spaces nationwide. By working with the SCA, program participants gain a deeper understanding of environmental issues, cultivate a sense of social responsibility and hone their leadership abilities.
Supervisor
Facilitate teamwork, managing field-based tasks and guide crew dynamics.
Trainer
Teach crew members technical conservation work skills and environmental stewardship.
Mentor
Provide guidance, advice and feedback for personal and professional development.
Project Manager
Communicate with project partners, ensure successful and timely completion of work projects and uphold a positive representation of the SCA.
Program Administrator
Organize logistics, documentation, manage budgets and communicate with SCA staff.
There are several opportunities to lead and supervise SCA teams.
