RMYC is hiring Youth Crew Leaders (ages 21+ preferably) to lead conservation crews for teens aged 14-18 during the 2025 summer season. This position is perfect for students looking to build leadership, mentorship, and outdoor skills while making a meaningful impact in Colorado’s communities and landscapes.

Position Highlights:

Training:

• You will be Saw Certified, receive a free Wilderness First Responder certification, and receive additional training in trail work, leadership, and experiential education.

Role: 

• Summer Season: Lead and mentor crews performing trail and conservation work around Northwest Colorado. Camping 24/7 with food, showers, and laundry all paid for! 
• Optional Fall Season: Science School. Teach 6th graders science with experiential education (testing water quality, carbon in trees, fire behaviors, etc) in a camp environment. (You will be trained in all of this over two weeks in August.) You will be housed in cabins during this time and receive a food stipend! 

Duration:

• Summer Season: May 5th or 12th- Aug 9th. 5 weeks of training and developing skills. 8 weeks with kids/working with project partners. One paid week off to explore Colorado. 
• Optional Fall Season: Aug 18th-Oct 10th. 2 weeks of training. 6 weeks of Science school. Three day weekends!  

Benefits:

•  $800 weekly stipend. Additional $40-60 monthly cell phone stipend. An Americorps award of up to $3,697 to use on student loans or future schooling. All food/laundry/showers covered by us. Camping 24/7 so no need to worry about housing!  

Networking Opportunities: 

• You will work with various conservation agencies throughout Colorado including: the Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, different city agencies, etc. This is a great opportunity to network with professionals!  

We’re looking for candidates passionate about youth development, environmental stewardship, and the outdoors. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in leadership, education, and conservation work. 

Check out our full job description Here.