Youth Conservation Corps (YCC)

A paid summer job program from the National Park Service in which teens ages 15 through 18 work on conservation crews at individual national parks. Positions last about 8 to 10 weeks and are non-residential, except at Yellowstone National Park. Students apply directly to the park they are interested in, since each park sets its own dates, pay and application process, and most parks do not provide housing.

Offered by U.S. National Park Service. Internship for high school students in Multiple, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Environment, Career

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Youth Conservation Corps (YCC)

When is the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Youth Conservation Corps (YCC)?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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