The Student Conservation Association’s Urban Green program advances innovative climate solutions, prioritizes environmental justice and youth development, and leverages the strength of public-private partnerships.
Our Urban Green program provides young people with paid green jobs, including single-day service projects, seasonal work and year-long internships or fellowships.
Urban Green programs are located in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Houston, Newark, New York City, Oakland/Bay Area, Pittsburgh, Seattle, and the Washington, D.C. metro area, with further expansion still to come.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness,
social responsibility and leadership skills.
Locate an Urban Green program near you.
Join our community of supporters who care deeply about preserving parks, public lands and urban green spaces.
Visit our programs page to learn more about our offerings.
See Our ProgramsInterns may be able to receive academic credit through their college or academic institution in where they are currently enrolled. Contact your academic advisor to discuss if this is possible.
We have seen a variety of majors participate: History, English, Art, International Relations, Business, Math, Spanish etc. Some positions are looking for applicants with specific backgrounds, while others offer on-site training and only require that applicants be passionate about the position. Read through the position descriptions thoroughly to determine which positions are the best match for you. We offer internships in a wide variety of areas.
If you still have questions, our recruiting team is dedicated to helping you complete the application process. Please contact our team at recruiting@thesca.org.
