Position Summary:
This position is a blend of hands on environmental education (50%) and service projects (50%). Afternoon, after-school sessions will be predominately environmental education based at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History; Saturday sessions will meet at the SCA office and will be predominately environmental service projects. This position intended to be an extension of the Pittsburgh Community Summer program, and priority is given to applicants who have successfully participated as members or leaders in that program. Hosting Organization The Student Conservation Association, Inc Location Pittsburgh, PA This position is primarily in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are available within 30 minutes. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent. This position may conduct work in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are readily accessible. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent. This position may conduct work in an urban setting where emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception are readily accessible. Interactions with members of the public are regular and frequent. Schedule October 5, 2026 - November 21, 2026 Tuesday 4:00pm-6:30pm Thursday 4:00pm-6:30pm Saturday: 10:00am-3:30pm, with an unpaid 30min lunch Key Duties and Responsibilities Actively engage in environmental education activities, lead by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, and third party Staff. Actively engage in environmental service projects led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, other third party staff. These projects include tree care and maintenance, habitat restoration, and trailwork.
Marginal Duties:
Actively engage in environmental education activities, lead by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, and third party Staff. Actively engage in environmental service projects led by SCA staff, Carnegie Museum Staff, other third party staff. These projects include tree care and maintenance, habitat restoration, and trailwork.
Required Qualifications:
Current high school student between the ages of 14 - 18; Participants should have prior outdoor conservation experience, a desire to work outside in all weather conditions, and willingness to engage in team building activities. Must have the ability to legally work in the US. Ability to be at the CMNH in Oakland, by 4:30pm on Tuesday and Thursdays. Ability to be at the SCA office in the Hill District by 10:00am on Saturdays Preferred Qualifications Previous SCA experience Hours 10 per week Living Accommodations Housing is not provided Compensation $15/hour All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Driving Driving is not required Additional Benefits Ameri Corps: Not Eligible Equal Opportunity Statement SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.