Urban and Community Forestry UCF Summer Youth Crew Member - Idaho

Northwest Youth Corps; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving urban forests! As a UCF Youth Crew Member, you will engage in hands-on projects that promote environmental health while gaining valuable experience. This role is perfect for young individuals who are eager to learn and make a difference in their community. You'll work alongside a dedicated team, receive comprehensive training, and earn a weekly stipend. Whether you're planting trees or managing invasive plants, your contributions will have a lasting impact. This is an excellent opportunity to develop teamwork skills and gain high school credits while enjoying the great outdoors.

Benefits

Weekly Stipend

Potential Bonuses

Safety Gear Provided

High School Credits

Financial Aid Available

Qualifications

• Aged 15-18 at the start date.
• US citizenship or permanent residency required.

Responsibilities

• Complete urban forest health projects.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive Attitude

Willingness to Learn

Physical Preparedness

Education

High School Credits

Tools

Safety Gear

Job description

URBAN AND COMMUNITY FORESTRY (UCF) YOUTH CREW MEMBER SUMMER 2025

Idaho Conservation Corps, part of Northwest Youth Corps, is seeking young people ages 15-18 interested in working outdoors while making a positive impact on our urban forests.

Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) crew members will complete urban forest health projects for five weeks throughout the Treasure Valley area. Experienced field staff will provide training and education on urban forestry projects such as tree planting and maintenance, wildfire protection, and invasive plant management. You will join a close-knit team of 8 crew members and two crew leaders, committed to playing a vital role in improving our urban forests and the environment.

This is challenging work. We work in all weather conditions, and our projects are hands-on. All training is provided, and prior experience is not required to apply.

Dates: Session 1: June 2nd to July 3rd, 2025; Session 2: July 8th to August 8th, 2025.

Location: Boise / Garden City or Nampa / Caldwell, Idaho. Crew members are responsible for arriving at the office on time each day (we can provide information on bus and bike routes as needed). Project locations typically include city parks, public lands, and private properties in disadvantaged neighborhoods.

Benefits / Tuition:

• Weekly stipend of $480 (plus potential $40/week bonuses), paid at the end of the session
• $200 tuition fee to help cover operating expenses; financial aid is available
• Up to 2 high school credits with school approval
• Safety gear and uniforms provided
• All training provided

Qualifications:

• Aged 15-18 at the start date
• US citizenship or permanent residency (green card)
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a team player
• Desire to conserve natural spaces and impact the environment
• No prior experience required, but you should be physically and mentally prepared to:

Perform physical work and be on foot for 8 hours per day

• Follow safety protocols

To apply:

Please apply on our webpage under 'Apply Now.' You do not need to submit a resume; the application includes a brief questionnaire followed by four short-answer questions. For questions, contact Idaho Member Services Coordinator Catherine Waddell.

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our core purpose is to provide opportunities for youth and young adults to learn, grow, and succeed. We are committed to creating an empowering environment for participants from diverse backgrounds and abilities. We value the success of youth and young adults of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, religions, sexual orientations, economic statuses, and other sociocultural identifiers.