Maine Conservation Corps
Maine Conservation Corps
Come live and work in the beautiful state of Maine! The Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) is devoted to conservation and environmental education across the state in places like Acadia National Park, Baxter State Park and on the Appalachian Trail, as well as land owned by local communities and land trusts, with positions available throughout the year.
Field Team Program
Come build great trails with great people! The Maine Conservation Corps' Field Team Program is composed of trail crews (3-6 people) serving to construct and improve recreational trails in the mountains, along the beautiful coastline and in communities all over the state of Maine. Projects include remote backcountry hiking trails, local nature and walking paths, multi-use trails, as well as accessible pathways for wheelchair use. Some of the trail structures the MCC builds are stone staircases, timber bridges, boardwalks, bog bridging, and rock water bars, with a focus on the traditional trail skills that the MCC is famous for.
Field Team Positions
- Trail Training Academy- late February to mid-August or mid-November
- Field Team Leader – early May to mid-August or mid-November
- Field Team Member – late May to mid-August and mid-August to mid-November
Application deadlines are generally two month prior to the start date.
Environmental Educator Program
Environmental Educators serve either 900 hours (approximately 6 months) or 1,700 hours (approximately 10 months) as AmeriCorps members with a nonprofit organization or state agency in the state of Maine. While community education and outreach are the primary goals, each position has unique responsibilities and activities such as biological monitoring, leading classroom activities in local schools, managing volunteers, trail maintenance & planning, logistics for an educational summer camp, or leading local watershed surveys, just to name a few.
Environmental Educator Positions
Positions begin in January and April/May with varied opportunities available each year. Application deadlines are generally two months prior to the start date. For further information please view the Environmental Educator section of our website .
Our Jobs
Field Team Leaders, Field Team Members, and Environmental Educators
Sleep and Eat
Field Team Program
MCC provides a living allowance sufficient to cover food and basic living expenses while you are serving with the Corps. Housing (which is usually a tent) is provided to all corps members while they are serving at their project sites. Some locations include tent sites during days off. Many corps members need to find their own accommodations when on days off. Most local corps members simply go home on their time off. All members enjoy the privilege of camping at Maine State Parks for free.
Environmental Educator Program
Environmental Educators are responsible for securing their own housing. Some Environmental Educator Host Sites provide housing as an added benefit. Specific housing information is emailed to individuals upon application.
Other Perks
- Have fun and make new friends!
- Explore the mountains and coast of Maine and everywhere in between!
- Living allowance/stipend ranging from $260 to $445 per week
- Immediate health insurance, with Cobra option when service is completed
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Maine State Parks Pass
- AmeriCorps education award ranging from $1132 to $5350 (if eligible)
- Child care reimbursement (if eligible)
- Student loan forbearance (if eligible)
- Pro-deals and gear discounts
- Unlimited networking, training and experiential learning opportunities
- A great sense of satisfaction from taking on responsibilities that directly affect the environment and the people of Maine
Getting Here and Getting Around
Travel to Maine is the responsibility of each corps member. Air and bus routes connect to Augusta, Maine through Portland and Boston.
MCC Field Teams are provided with transportation to and from all service sites from central locations – Most often, Hallowell, Maine. Corps members must be able to join their teams by their own means.
Keep in mind that Maine is a rural area, with very little public transportation. It is difficult to participate in MCC if you do not have a car.
For Fun
Maine is regarded as one of the premier vacation regions in the Northeastern United States. With over 3000 lakes and 5000 streams, opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and white water boating are everywhere. The Coast of Maine approaches 3000 miles in length and offers exceptional scenery and salt-water boating and fishing. Hiking trails lace through the state and include pleasant day hikes and multi-day trips on the Appalachian Trail. Your project will be located on one of these sites -and others will not be far away. Maine has several small cities and resort centers where theaters, restaurants and other recreations opportunities can be found.
How to Apply
Please Learn more at our website and apply online. If you have any questions, please contact:
Brenda Webber, Recruitment Associate
Email: corps.conservation@maine.gov
Qualifications
- At minimum applicants must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old and pass a criminal and sex offender background check.
- Trail Training Academy and Field Team Leader applicants must be at least 20 years of age.
- A bachelor's degree is required for the Environmental Educator Program.
- Various positions may require additional qualifications.
Related Pages
Maine Jobs, Conservation Corps Jobs, Non Profits, Winter Jobs, Spring Jobs, Fall Jobs
Season: Fall, Winter, and Spring
Age Requirement: Field Team Members: 18, Field Team Leaders: 20
Location: Admin Headquarters - work is througout the state, Maine
