EarthCorps Local Restoration Global Leadership Opportunities - Washington
EarthCorps brings together emerging environmental leaders from around the world to participate in an environmental service program.
EarthCorps programs focus on physical hands-on field service that includes:
- Environmental restoration
- Community building
- Leadership
This is not a classroom or workshop – 80% of the program is in the field, in all weather conditions and requires participants to be very physical.
Projects are located throughout Washington State.
BenefitsEarthCorps international participants will receive:
- a monthly stipend
- health insurance
- homestay family
EarthCorps charges no fees for international participants.
Limited travel scholarships are available covering 30% of roundtrip airfare costs up to $500.
Special Requirements:
EarthCorps has established the following minimum criteria to be considered for the program:
18-25 years of age
Conversational English
No Criminal Record
Minimum Criteria:4 year college degree and 1 year of work experience in the environmental field -OR-
5 years of work experience in the environmental field
Deadlines:Applications are accepted from May 1 - June 15 for crews starting in October each year;
October 1 - November 17 for crews starting in February each year.
How to Apply:EarthCorps strongly recommends that applicants submit materials by email to avoid international mail delays.
To submit your forms, or for more information, contact:
Mark Howard
International Program Manager
Email: mark
earthcorps.org
http://www.earthcorps.org/join_international.php
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