Location of Opportunity
Duties to include, but are not limited to Noxious and invasive weed suppression field work, ungulate
proof fence construction/maintenance, arboretum maintenance, native tree outplanting, and native
restoration work, wildland fire cache equipment/supply inventory and maintenance, and other duties.
Program Dates:
January 7, 2019 - November 22, 2019 (11 months, full time)
Application deadline: Oct 31, 2018
BENEFITS:
• Up to $1,600 monthly living allowance* and a $5,920 Education Award- through Kupu's largest supporter, AmeriCorps
• Opportunity to gain extensive knowledge about a single/handful of worksites (as members work with one agency for the duration of the program)
• An extremely in-depth learning experience and further awareness of specific environmental issues
• Opportunity to work side-by-side with a supervisor and potential employer who works in an environmental field you are interested in
• Child care, health care, and loan deferment available for eligible applicants
• Week-long Service Trip with other Kupu CLDP members
• Valuable job and life skills
• And most of all, the opportunity to protect Hawaii's natural resources and make a positive impact in your community
Applicant Requirements:
1. Age - Applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the start date of the service term (due to AmeriCorps regulations).
2. Diploma - Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Citizenship - Applicants must be one of the following: a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien (due to AmeriCorps regulations).
4. Criminal History Check - Applicants are subject to a criminal history check.
5. Housing/Transportation - Applicants must have their own personal housing and transportation arrangements on-island.
This position is available through Kupu's Conservation Leadership Development Program.
Apply Here before October 31, 2018
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