Opportunity summary
Term length
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3/10/2025 - 7/25/2025
Application window
10/9/2024 - 12/31/2024
Location
North Charleston, South Carolina
Hourly pay equivalent
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$12.00
Project summary
Engage young adults, ages 17-24, in oyster reef building and restoration, marsh grass planting, water quality assurance, microplastic data collection, and green space maintenance throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry. AmeriCorps members receive training, build field skills, and make connections while contributing to these coastal resiliency efforts.
Opportunity description
Crew Members will engage in habitat restoration activities in public parks, forests and waterways, including, but not limited to, activities such as restoring salt marshes and oyster reefs; planting native plants and trees; performing water quality testing and monitoring; and maintaining rain gardens. Crew Members will also engage in weatherization activities, including surveying and presenting energy efficiency workshops throughout the community. There are 8 openings for this position.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Workforce credential or certificate
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Available during program hours (8am-4pm Monday-Friday); successful completion of criminal history check; between the ages of 17-24 during enrollment; high school diploma or GED; climbing, heavy lifting, bending, working from one's knees or back, working in excessive hot, cold, or rainy conditions.
Preferred qualifications
Reliable transportation to and from our office.
