Shenandoah Youth Corps Program

Shenandoah Youth Corps

The Shenandoah Summer Youth Corps is a partnership with Shenandoah National Park, The Appalachian Conservation Corps, and The Shenandoah National Park Trust to provide hands-on work experience for youth, ages 16-18.


About the Program
Shenandoah National Park will host two four-week sessions in 2024. During the first session participants will spend weekends at their home, but will camp in the park during the week. The second session is a residential session with the participants remaining in the park for the entire four weeks. Participants will earn $15 an hour for project work while participating in the program. Youth are encouraged to apply for one session.

Type of Work
Applicants should be in good health. Projects involve moderate to difficult physical labor and all work is accomplished in an outdoor setting. Summers in Shenandoah can be hot with high humidity. Team members are involved in a variety of work projects that may include, but are not limited to trail maintenance, facilities rehabitation and maintenance, campground maintenance, and exotic/invasive plant removal.

Who can apply?
Young people between 16 and 18 years of age, who are permanent residents of the United States, its Territories or possessions, are eligible without regard to social, economic, racial, or ethnic backgrounds. Handicapped youth who can effectively participate in most activities are eligible. Youth must have no history of serious criminal or other antisocial behavior that might endanger their safety or that of others.

Apply for the Shenandoah Youth Corps here!

Last updated: January 29, 2024

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Mailing Address:

Shenandoah National Park
3655 U.S. Highway 211 East

Luray, VA 22835

Phone:

540 999-3500
Emergency Phone: 1-800-732-0911

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