SCA Pittsburgh's Summer Tree Pittsburgh crew will be made up of 10 youth members aged 14-19 and 2 adult mentor crew leaders. The program will primarily work with Tree Pittsburgh, with occasional environmental education trips. This program is an entry level position with the goal of connecting young people with nature. The program is 50-75% conservation field work, such as improving trails, managing invasive species, and planting native species. The remainder of the program 25-50% is environmental education, leadership development, and workforce readiness. Participants need no prior experience, but do need to have a desire to work outside in all weather conditions, and willingness to engage in team building activities. This program meets Monday-Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm. There will be an option to attend a camping trip during the program. That trip will take place during the work week.
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule
June 29, 2026 - August 7, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Actively participate to the best of your ability in conservation service tasks as assigned. This can include trail building, gardening/farming, and invasive species management; Engage and contribute to environmental education and job readiness lessons and activities. Understand and follow safety protocols; Proactively communicate with leaders if you will be late or miss work; Accurately complete timesheets.
Marginal Duties
Engage in planned events during camping trip.
Serve as peer mentor
Required Qualifications
Senior members have completed a previous SCA Urban Green program.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to attend all program days.
Hours
per week
Living Accommodations
None
Compensation
$15/hour
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Additional Benefits
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
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