DATES: May 26 – August 14, 2026

LOCATION: Boise/Nampa, ID. Local housing is not provided for this program. Project locations generally include parks and natural areas in the Treasure Valley Area. Local housing is not provided for this program.

BENEFITS:

• $7,680 living stipend

• $1,956.35 AmeriCorps Education Award

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Build Your Future with Northwest Youth Corps!

• A Better You: Earn money and network while gaining job skills and professional references needed to build your resume. Meet new people and build physical and mental strength while completing conservation projects across the Northwest.

• A Better Planet: Spend weeks working on conservation projects such as tree planting, fuels reduction, invasive plant removal, trail construction, and fencing. Play a vital role in improving public lands and the environment.

Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young people aged 19-26 interested in a jobs-training and educational opportunity, working outdoors while making a positive impact on the Treasure Valley's urban forests. Work completed by this crew will help develop the urban tree canopy in areas deemed underserved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) crew members will work with four other members and one crew leader to complete urban forest health projects. Experienced field staff provide training and education on urban forestry projects, including tree planting and maintenance, wildfire fuels mitigation, invasive plant management, and tree surveying. Field staff will provide training and education for all projects.

The work is physical and rigorous. Crews work in all weather and terrain and use a variety of hand and power tools in primarily urban areas. A key focus is building leadership and cooperation within the team. Prior experience is not necessary, and all training is provided, but maturity, teamwork, and openness to new challenges are vital.

Graduates of the program also gain access to our Alumni Network for career development and networking opportunities, and for staying connected with crewmates. Training varies, but may include chainsaw/crosscut certification, trail construction and maintenance techniques, conservation education, driver training, and more.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age 19-26 (some flexibility for 18-year-olds with prior relevant experience)

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to lift 50 lbs., hike several miles, and be on foot for 8-10 hours per day

• Positive mental attitude, flexibility and commitment to success

• Desire to learn and grow

• Excellent judgment

• Ability to listen, give and take feedback

• Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneself, others and the environment

• Ability to pass a criminal history background check (NYC will consider qualified applicants with prior criminal legal system involvement in compliance with applicable laws and position requirements)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Physical Condition: Applicants in good physical condition, capable of working long hours on strenuous, labor-intensive projects are preferred as NYC's work projects often require heavy lifting, constant bending, digging, and long hikes to and from the worksite.

• Work Environment: This position will work outside in all types of weather conditions and environments, including but not limited to high elevations, remote areas, cold, rain, snow, heat, humidity, wind, etc. The noise level in the environment is quiet to loud. PPE is provided, and use is required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

TO APPLY: Full job description and application can be found here: https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/pages/opportunitiesbycategory/. For questions, contact: info@nwyouthcorps.org

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.