Montgomery County Conservation Corps

Organization: Latin American Youth Center

Application Opens: Ongoing

Position Type: Full-Time, Paid

Age Range: Ages 19-25

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Program

Submitted by: MontgomeryCountyConservationCorps
Geographic Areas: Maryland

Program Type: Corps

Length of Program: 6-11 months

Program Field: Agriculture, Climate, Conservation, Forestry, General, Landscaping

Program Elements: Job Skills Training, Hands-On Paid or Unpaid Work Experience, Field/Outdoor Setting, Education Offered with Workforce Preparation, Mentorship, Guidance, or Counseling, Leadership Development Opportunities, College Readiness, Supportive Services (housing, transportation, etc.)

Montgomery County Conservation Corps provides a paid job training opportunity for youth ages 17-24 residing in Montgomery County Maryland. Participants are provided with opportunities to earn their GED and gain hands-on experience while completing projects in regional parks and local non-profits designed around conservation principles.

Students also receive the opportunity to receive certifications in

CPR and first aid
Flaggers
OSHA 10-hour construction and safety training
Driver’s ed course

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