Conservation Corps - Summer 2026 East Bay Crew Member

Position Summary 

The East Bay Climate Resilience Corps will work to implement projects to address critical environmental, climate, and conservation needs in parks and open spaces across the East Bay Area, CA. Projects will occur at Meek Park (urban agriculture), East Bay Regional Parks (wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration), Sausal Creek/Joaquin Miller Park (trail improvements), and other sites to be determined. 

The team will have Friday recreation and education opportunities and the second to last week of work will be a camping trip to a National Forest outside the Bay Area with the opportunity to learn from local rangers and continue work projects. All gear and food will be provided on the camping trip; members will learn how to set up tents, and cook and live outdoors safely, under guidance from crew leaders.

SCA leaders will pick up and drop off members at central location (e.g., BART). Members are expected to be prepared for the workday: on time, with their lunch and water packed. Participants should wear all leather boots to work each day. SCA has a limited number of boots to loan members who don't have their own. Working environment might be cool in the morning and possibly hot during the day; crew members should dress in layers to be prepared. SCA will provide gloves, helmet, eye protection, and training in the safe use of hand tools.

Acceptance of this position means the members understands it is a full-time commitment during the dates of the program and will communicate to their crew leaders if there is any potential conflict.

The team will consist of 6 members, 2 senior members, and 2 leaders.

Location 

Hayward, CA

Schedule 

June 29, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm with 1/2 hour unpaid lunch break

Friday - 8:00am - 1:30pm with 1/2 hour unpaid lunch break

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

The East Bay Climate Resiliency will work as a team to address critical land and conservation needs of open spaces across Alameda County. All crew members will have on-the-job training with SCA and partner staff to complete different projects throughout various sites that will include:

• Conducting habitat restoration and public improvement projects at regional parks and community open spaces.
• Being trained in tool usage, worksite and personal safety measures, job hazard assessments, and conflict resolution.
• Members will work in outdoor environments all while learning new skills.
• Participation in career exploration and conservation leadership activities

Marginal Duties 

Complete end of program evaluation and assessments; Contribute to a final presentation and report

Required Qualifications 

• High School-aged youth residing in Alameda or Contra Costa County
• Interest in the environment, outdoor recreation, and/or green careers
• Ability to work on a team
• Willingness to work outside 4 days a week

Preferred Qualifications 

• Interest in conservation careers
• Social media or graphic design skills

Hours 

35 per week

Living Accommodations 

Not provided

Compensation  

$18/hour

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Additional Benefits 

First Aid/CPR

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.