News Release

Summer Jobs for Youth Available with National Park Service

YCC Youth Take in the View of their Work Site

NPS Photo

News Release Date: April 18, 2022

Contact: Jimmer Stevenson, [e-mail], 406-689-3155 x1027

WISDOM, Mont. – Are you interested in a summer position with the National Park Service? Big Hole National Battlefield is recruiting up to 4 individuals for its Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program. The 8-week program runs June 13 through August 5, 2022. Enrollees work 40 hours per week at $10.00 per hour. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 20, 2022.

The Youth Conservation Corps is a federal program employing youth ages 15 to 18 in conservation work on public lands. Participants develop a better understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources, park maintenance needs, and park interpretation during their participation in the program.

For information and/or an application please contact Big Hole National Battlefield by phone [phone] or email [e-mail]. YCC applicants must be at least 15 years of age by June 13, 2022, but not turn 19 until after August 5, 2022. The parental consent portion of the application must be completed and signed by the applicant’s parent(s) or legal guardian. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday May 20, 2022.

Applicants must have a Social Security number or have placed an application for one and be willing to work hard and participate in most work projects.